• Manufacturing Associate I

    Actalent (Philadelphia, PA)


    Job Title: Manufacturing Associate I

    Job Description

    As a Manufacturing Associate I, you will be responsible for the manufacture of Master and Working Cell Banks and conducting activities within production facilities to support the manufacture of Cell & Gene Therapy products, as well as final product fills, in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).

    Responsibilities

    + Understand aseptic technique concepts.

    + Operate and maintain equipment effectively.

    + Perform solution and material preparation.

    + Possess basic technical knowledge

    + Participate in and perform technical transfer activities.

    + Assist with the execution of validation activities.

    + Receive and organize materials efficiently.

    + Identify and communicate material discrepancies.

    + Utilize support systems such as LIMS.

    + Understand the concept of manufacturing processes and methods.

    + Collect and record scientific and process data per good document practices.

    + Follow compliance and regulatory requirements and cGMPs.

    + Execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Batch Records (BRs).

    + Participate in the development of technical documents such as non-conforming events and deviations.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in biology, mammalian cell culture, and cell banking.

    + Experience with cell production, upstream and downstream processes.

    + Familiarity with GMP and cGMP standards.

    + Basic lab skills and knowledge.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + High School diploma and over 2 years of relevant experience, or a science-related degree with 0-2 years of relevant experience.

    + Hands-on academic experience within a lab.

    + Experience in aseptic processing techniques and some understanding of regulatory requirements for a cGMP manufacturing facility is a plus.

    + Mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique experience are advantageous.

    Work Environment

    The role operates within a production environment with exposure to latex and bleach, primarily in a production laboratory setting. Holiday and shift work are often required based on the manufacturing schedule as determined by Management. The company is rapidly growing, aiming to become the largest manufacturer of gene therapy products, with expanding construction in its commercial facility and a new site under development adjacent to the main facility. There is an opportunity for rapid advancement based on performance rather than tenure.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.