Manufacturing Operator I

Ocular Therapeutix•Bedford, MA

2d•$55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. (NASDAQ:OCUL) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the formulation, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye using its proprietary bioresorbable hydrogel-based formulation technology, ELUTYX™. Ocular Therapeutix has built a robust product pipeline of drug delivery solutions developed to reduce the complexity and burden of the current standard of care and position itself to become a leader in the ophthalmic space. Outside of the ophthalmic realm and behind the doors of our headquarters in Bedford, MA, we strive to build a strong culture where employees can flourish and achieve their career goals. We encourage out of the box thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and creativity. Position Summary: The Manufacturing Operator is responsible for performing all manufacturing processes related to the Ocular Therapeutix’s products. The Operator is an integral part of our team and will be responsible for manufacturing activities by following appropriate SOP(s) and supervisor direction, in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and company policy and procedures

Requirements

High-school education or equivalent required
1-3 years related experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment
Ability to gown and gain entry to pharmaceutical manufacturing areas; ability to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses/goggles, gloves, and safety shoes
Ability to lift, pull or push equipment requiring up to 25-50 lbs.; ability to stand for 6 hours in a production suite
Ability to climb ladders and work platforms
Ability to work flexible hours to complete work activities
Ability to work around chemicals (alcohols, acids & bases)

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or biotechnology certificate strongly preferred
Clean room experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Perform various manufacturing processes by following documented SOPs and procedures, calculating requirements, weighing materials, and operating various equipment.
Processes include, but are not limited to, formulation, inspection, in-process packaging, and finished product packaging
Operates laboratory instruments such as balances, pH meters, conductivity meters, mixers, etc.
Complete documentation (batch records, process routers, forms, etc.) as required throughout the manufacturing process
Execution of routine commercial or clinical production operations.
Apply GMP and GDP guidelines to all activities
Work in an environmentally controlled area (ECA) as required
Keep manufacturing areas orderly and clean according to associated SOPs.
Maintain gowning area, process area and stocking production area with supplies
Troubleshoot minor issues as they arise related to equipment and/or manufacturing processes
Carry out work in a safe manner, notifying management of safety issues and risks
Reports procedural deviations and nonconformance to management
Interact with the cross functional teams including Quality Control department for the planning of testing, sample submission and monitoring activities
Maintains current training on all assigned procedures to include read & understood, skills development and classroom training activities as required
Perform other duties as required