Manufacturing Associate I

LGC Group • Milford, MA

1d • $20 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Associate I performs direct labor to manufacture high-quality diagnostic products using manual and semi-automated equipment. The role sets up, calibrates, and operates manufacturing equipment in accordance with cGMP, POPs, SOPs, safety requirements, and departmental policies, and uses judgment and critical thinking to make operator-level product-quality decisions.

The position prepares products according to approved manufacturing procedures and quality systems, performs assigned processes while following safety policies, maintains a clean and orderly work area, shares improvement ideas, and supports other departments through cross-training and business-unit assistance. The role may also include other tasks assigned by the manager. Occasional lifting and moving of materials weighing up to 50 pounds is required, using appropriate equipment.

The work takes place in biological and chemical manufacturing environments, including a cleanroom. The rotating schedule alternates between Monday–Thursday one week and Tuesday–Friday the next, with hours from 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET. Weekend and off-hour work may be needed to accommodate the operations schedule. The position is on-site. The customary pay range is $20–$28 per hour, with the actual base pay influenced by experience, skills, and location. Current U.S. work authorization is required; temporary visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to remain on one's feet for 6–10 hours per day.
• Analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Current U.S. work authorization; temporary visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• 1 to 3 years of experience in a life science, cGMP/ISO environment, including cleanrooms in a manufacturing department role.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with a concentration in Biology, Chemistry, or a related science.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Office.
• Experience with automated filling machines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare products according to approved Manufacturing Process Operating Procedures (POPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMP, and ISO 13485 quality systems.
• Perform assigned manufacturing processes while adhering to departmental safety policies to minimize errors.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate manufacturing equipment in accordance with applicable procedures, quality standards, safety requirements, and departmental policies.
• Use judgment and critical-thinking skills to make operator-level decisions regarding product quality.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, contribute to a positive teamwork environment, and share improvement ideas.
• Support other departments as needed through cross-training and assistance to the business unit.
• Occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds using appropriate equipment.
• Perform other tasks as directed by the manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED