• Manufacturing Associate

    Astrix Technology (Chicago, IL)


    Manufacturing Associate

     

    Laboratory

     

    Chicago, IL, US

    Pay Rate Low: 30 | Pay Rate High: 36

    + Added - 14/10/2025

     

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    Manufacturing Associate

     

    Shift: 2nd (2pm-10:30pm M-F)

     

    Pay: $30-36/hour

    Position Summary

    The Manufacturing Associate supports the production of biotechnology products for clinical and commercial use. This role involves working in controlled cleanroom environments using aseptic techniques while adhering to cGMP, SOPs, and all regulatory requirements.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Perform manufacturing operations such as material weighing, media/buffer preparation, filtration (TFF, depth, dead-end), fermentation, harvest, chromatography, and aseptic final filtration.

    + Operate and monitor process equipment and control systems (PLC, HMI) and perform in-process testing (pH, conductivity, spectroscopy).

    + Accurately complete batch records, logs, and other GMP documentation.

    + Maintain inventory, verify raw materials, and perform data entry in MES.

    + Ensure cleanliness of equipment and cleanroom areas per established schedules.

    + Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in accordance with EHS standards.

    + Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; train and guide peers as needed.

    + Support technology transfer and continuous improvement initiatives.

    + Report deviations, nonconformances, or equipment issues promptly.

    Qualifications

    + Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related field; or 2–4 years of relevant industry experience.

    + Experience with aseptic techniques and cleanroom manufacturing preferred.

    + Ability to follow SOPs, operate complex systems, and troubleshoot processes with minimal supervision.

    + Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.

    + Proficiency with computer systems (e.g., MES, SAP, LIMS) and Microsoft Office.This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!INDBH

     

    We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.