Manufacturing Associate

Catalent•Burlington, MA

12h•$60,445 - $89,280•Onsite

About The Position

Manufacturing Associate (Day Shift) – Spray Drying Position Summary: Work Schedule: Day Shift, 7-day rotating 12-hour schedule 2-2-3-2 from 6AM to 6PM (often referred to as a Pitman Schedule), overtime as needed depending on production 100% on-site (Chelsea, MA) Catalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), and the Boston-area facility is Catalent’s global Center of Excellence for spray dry dispersion and Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) capsule manufacture and packaging. The site features inhaled powder spray drying, as well as multiple commercial-scale lines for capsule filling and blister packaging. On-site spray dryers include best-in-class GEA Niro SD1, SD4 and SD7, the latter being the largest CGMP unit of its kind for DPI in North America. Catalent Pharma Solutions in Boston is hiring a Manufacturing Associate. The Manufacturing Associate performs routine and complex operations for the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) production of pharmaceutical products. This individual operates in accordance with environmental, health, safety, and cGMP guidelines. This individual is responsible for the hands-on execution of production activities as they relate to spray drying operations of manufactured products.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent combined with five (5) years of experience, OR a Biotechnology Certificate or Associate’s Degree in science related field combined with three (3) years of experience is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in Physical or Chemical Sciences (life sciences) or related Engineering field, and one (1) year of experience is preferred
Critical understanding of the importance of documentation and data traceability
Extensive familiarity with executing Standard Operating Procedures in a manufacturing or assembling environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry
Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Strong working knowledge of Good Documentation and current Good Manufacturing Practices
Physical requirements: Individual may be required to sit, stand, walk regularly, use hands regularly, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s Degree in Physical or Chemical Sciences (life sciences) or related Engineering field, and one (1) year of experience is preferred
Experience with operating automated manufacturing control systems is preferred
Experience utilizing parts washers and autoclaves for the preparation of manufacturing and/or laboratory equipment
Demonstrated ability to perform product and/or process investigations preferred

Responsibilities

Performs Clean-In-Place, Clean-Out-of-Place, and equipment sanitization
Operates and monitors manufacturing equipment for the production of clinical and commercial pharmaceutical products under minimal supervision
Executes routine and complex production processes
Troubleshoots manufacturing equipment in conjunction with supporting functional groups to resolve issues and optimize process; Performs inspection of equipment and documents; Receives and distributes supplies in the manufacturing area
Provides feedback to manager on recommendations for procedural and process improvements
Utilizes process knowledge to influence positive change during the review and revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Participates in continuous improvement activities and projects as needed
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
Diverse, inclusive culture
Positive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative
Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
152 Hours + 8 paid holidays
Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I
Dynamic, fast-paced work environment
Community engagement and green initiatives
Generous 401K match
Company match on donations to organizations
Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment
Tuition Reimbursement – Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree!
WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness
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Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.