Biotech Manufacturing Associate

Biotech Manufacturing Associate – Reagents

Location

Bedford, MA | 100% Onsite

Assignment

1-year anticipated contract with possibility of extension

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM or 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Schedule may have some flexibility.

Important: This position requires participation in a rotating weekend schedule after training. Weekend work is mandatory to maintain the Matrigel production cycle.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Biotech Manufacturing Associate to support production activities within a biotechnology manufacturing facility. This position will work in the Reagents area and manufacture Matrigel using established laboratory and production processes.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, laboratory, or life sciences environment and be comfortable working in a controlled manufacturing setting while following detailed procedures, GMP practices, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture Matrigel using established and well-defined production processes.
• Prepare buffers and materials required for production runs.
• Set up and operate laboratory and manufacturing equipment.
• Perform production processes involving:
  • Centrifugation
  • Buffer extraction
  • Filtration
  • Dialysis
• Follow established SOPs and production procedures.
• Document production activities and perform transactions within an ERP system.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance to identify and address non-conformance issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
• Follow all applicable safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
• Support cross-training and development of additional manufacturing skills.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet production requirements.

Working Environment

This is a hands-on manufacturing position within a biotechnology/life sciences facility.

The employee may work in:

• Cleanroom environments
• General laboratory areas
• Cold rooms ranging from approximately 2°C to -20°C
• Controlled environments requiring designated PPE

The position may require:

• Frequent lifting and movement of materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Handling of hazardous materials in controlled environments.
• Strict adherence to safety and laboratory procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or higher.
• 1–3 years of experience preferred in biotechnology, laboratory, life sciences, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or a related environment.
• Hands-on experience working with laboratory equipment and tools.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, SOPs, and production requirements.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to cross-train and become proficient in multiple manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work the required weekday schedule and participate in the mandatory rotating weekend schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• Biotechnology or biopharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• GMP or regulated manufacturing experience.
• Cleanroom experience.
• Experience with buffer or reagent preparation.
• Experience with centrifugation, filtration, dialysis, or similar laboratory processes.
• ERP/SAP experience.
• Knowledge of 5S or Lean Manufacturing principles.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on Biotech Manufacturing Associate, Laboratory Technician, Manufacturing Technician, or Bioprocessing Technician who is comfortable working in a controlled laboratory/manufacturing environment.

Candidates from biotechnology, pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, life sciences, cell culture, diagnostics, or laboratory reagent manufacturing environments are strongly encouraged to apply