Lentivirus Manufacturing Operator

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine • Raritan, NJ

28d • Onsite

About The Position

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/. We are searching for the best talent for Lentivirus Manufacturing Operator. Be part of the manufacturing operations team responsible for production of Lentivirus vector for the autologous CAR-T products in a controlled current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) cleanroom environment.

Requirements

• A High School diploma with a 1-2 years of related work experience OR An Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in a related field (i.e. Chemical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Biochemistry) is required.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. and to stand for a long period of time are required.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) is required.
• Availability to work in a day shift is required.
• Ability to accommodate changes in the schedule including working in other shifts as per operational needs is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, quality, testing, or engineering areas is preferred.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) is preferred.
• Experience in the Pharmaceuticals or Biopharmaceuticals industry is preferred.
• Experience in an aseptic and manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written), as well as, good communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform process unit operations according to standard operating procedures and batch records, and record production data and information in a clear, concise, format according to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Perform tasks on time in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems and cGMP requirements.
• Execute production activities common to cell culture in shake flasks and wave bioreactor, cell counting methods (i.e. Vi-Cell), thawing, passaging, aseptic technique/processing, chromatography columns or filtration(TFF, DF), filter integrity test, GE AKTA systems and/or microfiltration/ultrafiltration systems, purification, automated filler (i.e.FP50) and sterile filling using appropriate techniques.
• Perform tasks related to single use bioreactor operations including bioreactor setup, sampling and monitoring, and disassembly.
• Work in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by shift schedule.
• Aid in the development of manufacturing processes including appropriate documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing operations leveraging own observation as well as input of team members.
• Handle virus and human derived materials in containment areas.

Benefits

• Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
• Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
• Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – 56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees