Technician - Biomanufacturing, Downstream/mRNA

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually. 

Catalent Biologics is a fast-growing business within Catalent Pharma Solutions focused on providing innovative technologies and solutions to help more and better biologic treatments get to patients. The business includes our proprietary GPEx cell line engineering platform, our new state-of-the-art biomanufacturing facility in Madison, WI, and our market leading biologics analytical services as well as SMARTag Antibody Drug Conjugate technology in Emeryville, CA.  Leveraging our growing differentiated technology portfolio, world class manufacturing capability, and other integrated services across the Catalent network, Catalent Biologics is positioned to drive significant growth for Catalent.

The Manufacturing department is responsible for the execution of clinical and commercial manufacturing in accordance with regulatory, site, and client requirements. Manufacturing cGMP production activities include solution preparation, master/working cell bank production, upstream cell culture, downstream protein purification, mRNA and molecular therapeutics production, and small-scale fill/finish. Further, manufacturing operations is tasked to utilize continuous improvement methodologies to realize process optimization, efficiency gains, and waste reduction to maximize capacity outputs. 

This position is an entry level position in the Manufacturing team and is the starting point to acquiring skills and training required for a cGMP biomanufacturing environment. The Technician is responsible for the manufacture of biopharmaceutical products within a clean room environment. The position is expected to follow detailed instructions and established procedures with frequent supervision. 

This is a full-time on-site hourly position, Wednesday - Saturday 6:00am - 4:00pm

$2,000.00 Sign-On Bonus Available!!

Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer, and Catalent employee. 

The Role:  

Performs basic Downstream purification and mRNA production activities, such as in-vitro transcription (IVT) reactions, chromatography, tangential flow filtration (TFF), viral filtration, and column packing and qualification.Accurately follows manufacturing Batch Production Records (BPRs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and with a focus on “right first time” executionDocuments all activities in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) in BPRs, Forms, and other quality documentationRecognizes deviations from the intended procedure and raises awareness through the Rapid Response processProactively identifies safety, quality, and efficiency improvements; Actively participates in the Catalent Way (Continuous Improvement Culture)May lead “Just Do It” (JDI) Continuous Improvement activities and engage in implementation of CI projectsMay coach more junior team members on basic execution activities and act as an “onboarding buddy” to facilitate bringing new team members quickly up to speed on culture and basic workplace expectationsParticipates in daily shift huddles and may lead shift exchange activitiesPerforms general cleanroom housekeeping, including room and equipment cleaning, disposal of waste, and maintenance of 5S standardsOther duties as assigned

The Candidate:  

Requires Bachelors or Associates Degree in a scientific, engineering or biomanufacturing discipline with no experience required ORHigh School Diploma with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experienceGMP experience preferredIndividual may be required to lift and/or move 0-10 pounds frequently, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 50 pounds

Why you should join Catalent:

Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process Diverse, inclusive culture Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives 152 hours of paid time off annually + 8 paid holidays Competitive salary with yearly bonus potential Community engagement and green initiatives Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment Tuition Reimbursement

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!  Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. 

personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

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