Manufacturing Associates I (Day & Second Shift)

Aspen Neuroscience•San Diego, CA

7h•$27 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Aspen Neuroscience is expanding its team to support clinical production with the implementation of a new shift schedule to begin in 2027. These are on-site roles in Torrey Pines, CA. We are seeking early-career Manufacturing Associate I candidates who are interested in building a career in biotechnology and clinical cell therapy manufacturing. This role supports the production of cells and intermediate products related to fibroblasts, induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), and derived dopaminergic progenitor cells.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher, a Biotech Program certificate from an accredited college, or equivalent industry experience in a relevant technical discipline, such as biology, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology, or chemical engineering.
Introductory knowledge of manufacturing concepts and regulated environments, with willingness and ability to learn GMP requirements; including working in a cleanroom environment while gowned for an extended period.
Ability to perform assigned manufacturing tasks after training, following detailed instructions, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines.
Basic awareness of GMP principles and cleanroom expectations, with ability to follow established rules and quality standards.
Basic communication skills, with ability to understand instructions, ask questions when unclear, and report issues to supervisors or team leads.
Ability to complete required documentation accurately and legibly, with close supervision and review.
Basic ability to use computers and electronic systems for training, documentation, or data entry purposes.
Ability to follow cleanroom procedures, aseptic practices, and safety requirements after appropriate training.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating reliability, cooperation, and respect for established processes.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to support manufacturing operations, including overtime, weekend, and holiday work as business needs require.
Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Some experience working in pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry with understanding of mammalian cell culture, composing and supplementing media, cleanroom (ISO 7 and 5), (automation, fibroblast, primary tissue culture, and iPSC cells a plus).

Responsibilities

Perform manufacturing tasks for clinical cell therapy products in a GMP-controlled cleanroom environment by following approved procedures, work instructions, and safety standards.
Execute routine manual and automated cell culture activities, including cell expansion, feeding, passaging, harvesting, counting, freezing, seeding, labeling, and operation of laboratory equipment, following training and supervision.
Assist with the setup, operation, and breakdown of automated cell culture systems to support manufacturing activities in accordance with established protocols.
Participate in required training and qualification activities, including gowning, aseptic technique, equipment and facility qualifications, and aseptic process simulations.
Support inventory and material handling activities, including wiping, staging, and moving materials into training, controlled, and cleanroom areas, as well as assisting with inventory tracking and cycle counts.
Work collaboratively as a member of the manufacturing team and interact with cross-functional partners to support clinical manufacturing operations.
Accurately complete manufacturing documentation, including batch records, logs, and forms, in accordance with GMP requirements, with review by others as required.
Assist with the preparation, review, or routing of quality and manufacturing documents, including SOPs, batch records, labels, and controlled documents, under guidance.
Support deviation and investigation activities by providing information or documentation related to manufacturing events under supervision.
Promptly report process issues, equipment concerns, or conflicts to the Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
Adhere to company policies, GMP requirements, and safety standards while maintaining a high level of quality and compliance.
Perform other assigned duties consistent with training and role level.