client banner -Job details -Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Associate -Requisition ID:WD179268 -Position:Full time -Open date:Sep 5, 2018 8:57 PM -Functional area:Science and Technology -Location: Rockville, Maryland -Required degrees:Associates -Experience required:Less than 1 year -Relocation:No -Your Responsibilities: Under the direction of senior personnel, performs upstream operations and is involved in both start-up and product changeover activities. Will be responsible for completing daily biopharm manufacturing tasks as well as supporting more in-depth, long term projects. Operation of bioprocess equipment under strict adherence to and enforce cGMP, OSHA and polices and regulations, or others as required. Completing daily manufacturing tasks per standard operating procedures and batch document instructions. Monitors critical process parameters Documenting all manufacturing activities clearly and accurately. Ensures all processing equipment and materials necessary are adequate and available to set the team up for success. Ensures all production activities are completed in a safe and compliant manor. Maintains a high level of mechanical and technical aptitude and training. Identify process deviations and collaboratively participate in the investigations and corrective/preventive actions, as well as closure of maintenance work orders. Actively participates in the creation and revision of Batch Records, Work Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures and other GMP documents. Monitor and audit work processes to ensure compliance and completion of targets Receive, stage and track materials Identify and develop process improvements for implementation Work with hazardous materials under the appropriate safety procedures Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned. Maintain cGMP training proficiency to ensure compliance Why You? Basic qualifications: BS/BA or Associates Degree in biological sciences, chemical sciences, engineering or equivalent technical discipline. Degree in other discipline (or lack of degree) may be considered if sufficient technical depth has been achieved from professional experience. Minimum of 3 months of directly related manufacturing experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with the demonstration of a high level of performance Understanding of the basic FDA cGMP regulations Preferred qualifications: Strong verbal and written skills. Must be able to follow detailed processing instructions as well as accurately documenting all necessary documentation. Ability to work shift that covers a 24/7 operation Ability to lift and carry materials weighing as much as 50lbs. . Why GSK?: GSK Contact information: You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button. If you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the GSK HR Service Centre at 1-877-694-7547 (US Toll Free) or +1 801 567 5155 (outside US). GSK is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class. Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, GSK may be required to capture and report expenses GSK incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure GSKs compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements. For more information, please visit GSKs Transparency ReportingFor the Recordsite.