Senior Manufacturing Technician - Cell Culture

Senior Manufacturing Technician - Cell Culture
United States - California - Oceanside

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

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Job Description
Sr. Manufacturing Tech, Cell Culture

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company founded in 1987. Together we deliver life-saving therapies to patients in need. With the commitment and drive you bring to the workplace every day, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our worldwide staff is a close community where you can see the tangible results of your contributions, where every individual matters, and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Our scientific focus has resulted in marketed products that are benefiting hundreds of thousands of people, a pipeline of late-stage drug candidates, and unmatched patient access programs to ensure medications are available to those who could otherwise not afford them. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to address unmet medical needs and improve life by advancing the care of patients with life-threatening diseases.

Role and Responsibilities:

Sr Manufacturing Tech supports clinical manufacturing operations through technical writing and document generation, project leadership, and operational floor support under cGMP conditions. It requires effective written and oral communication skills and a working understanding of cell culture operations and cross functional project experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Safety and Compliance are the two primary objectives for this role.
• Responsible for supporting small and large scale bioreactors, centrifuges, as well as all related equipment and systems necessary to clean, configure, sanitize/sterilize and maintain said equipment
• Knowledge of COP/Glass washers, autoclaves, filters, pumps and analytical equipment to support and monitor the process
• Execution of all operations associated with:
• media and buffer preparation
• generation and proliferation of cell cultures including cell bank, thaw, expansion and maintenance of shake flask cultures, bioreactors ranging from 20L to 2750L scales
• depth filtration and centrifugation
• Clean in Place (CIP) and Steam in Place (SIP) of fixed tanks/vessels/portable equipment and Clean out of Place (COP)/Glasswash of misc. parts/equipment
• Proficiency and routine maintenance of analytical equipment including but not limited to: pH/conductivity meters, bioanalyzers, osmometers, benchtop centrifuges, cell counters and microscopes
• In-depth understanding of DeltaV Automation Systems
• Interface with the Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Process Development, Technical Operations, Automation, Materials Management, and Validation departments on daily operations and projects.
• Manage and own quality system records including deviations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), change controls, etc.
• Regular review of documentation including batch records, logbooks, and forms.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize ERP systems (Oracle EBS, SAP, etc.) for work order generation and inventory management of consumables, raw materials, and in-process materials.
• Utilize equipment/asset management systems to track and submit service requests.
• Author/update standard operating procedures (SOP's) and master batch records (MBR's).
• Lead or serve as a functional representative on cross-functional projects

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

• 6+ years of experience with a High School Diploma, 5+ years with an Associates Degree, 4+ years with Bachelor's degree or 2+ years with Masters in science, engineering or related field is required
• Prior experience in a Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) environment is required
• Experience writing technical documents
• Experience leading technical investigations, including root cause analysis
• Excellent aseptic/sterile techniques and prior experience with biopharmaceutical manufacturing
• Quality systems, validation principles, regulatory guidelines, and multi-product controls
• Experience with distributed control systems (DCS) such as DeltaV and automated process equipment
• Background in disposable technology and multi-product facility desired
• Consistent positive attitude and demonstrate ability to learn new skills
• Proficiency in routine maintenance of analytical equipment including but not limited to: pH/conductivity meters, bioanalyzers, osmometers, benchtop centrifuges, and cell counters
• Strict adherence to established safety and compliance practices and standards
• Ability to think critically, excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and willing to take initiatives
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
• Ability to lift 40 lbs repeatedly and stand for hours at time
• Able to work off shift hours as well as weekends as needed

If this is not the right move for you now but remain interested in a career at Gilead Sciences please connect with us via our talent community: https://gilead.avature.net/Gilead

About Gilead:

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead's therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

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