Lentivirus Manufacturing Operator

Johnson & Johnson•Raritan, NJ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lentivirus Manufacturing Operator is part of the manufacturing operations team responsible for producing lentivirus vector for autologous CAR-T products in a controlled current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) cleanroom environment. The position performs manufacturing process operations, documents production activities, and works with a cross-functional team to meet production requirements and shift schedules. The role also supports process development and continuous improvement. It is based in Raritan, New Jersey, and requires up to 10% domestic travel.

Requirements

High school diploma and 1–2 years of related work experience, or an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field such as chemical engineering, biological sciences, chemistry, or biochemistry.
Proficiency in spoken and written English and good communication skills.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Availability to work a day shift and accommodate schedule changes, including work on other shifts as operational needs require.
Ability to travel domestically up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, quality, testing, or engineering.
Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
Experience in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.
Experience in an aseptic and manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Perform process unit operations according to standard operating procedures and batch records, and document production data in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
Complete work on time and in accordance with safety policies, quality systems, and cGMP requirements.
Perform cell-culture operations using shake flasks and wave bioreactors; cell counting; thawing and passaging; aseptic processing; chromatography or filtration; filter integrity testing; purification; and sterile filling.
Operate single-use bioreactors, including setup, sampling, monitoring, and disassembly.
Work in a team-based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by the shift schedule.
Assist in developing manufacturing processes and preparing appropriate documentation.
Support continuous improvement of manufacturing operations using personal observations and team input.
Handle virus and human-derived materials in containment areas.

Benefits

Company consolidated retirement plan (pension) and 401(k) savings plan, subject to plan terms.
Eligibility to participate in the long-term incentive program.
Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year, subject to policy and date of hire.
Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year, with different amounts for employees residing in Colorado or Washington.
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 a child’s birth, adoption, or foster care placement.
Bereavement leave: up to 240 hours for an immediate family member and 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year.
Caregiver leave: 80 hours in a rolling 52-week period.
Volunteer leave: 32 hours per calendar year.
Military spouse time off: 80 hours per calendar year.