Manufacturing Associate II

The Role: This Manufacturing Associate II, DP Operations builds on core cGMP experience, performing routine unit operations—including formulation, filtration, aseptic filling within isolators, and downstream visual inspection. This role ensures material and component readiness, performs enhanced in-process controls, and keeps equipment within defined parameters while documenting contemporaneously in MES/eBR. The associate works under moderate supervision and contributes to operational efficiency through adherence to SOPs, collaboration across functions, and active participation in a clean and compliant manufacturing environment. Success is measured by plan attainment, documentation accuracy, right-first-time execution, and effective knowledge sharing. Here’s What You’ll Be Doing: Perform formulation, sterile filtration, vial/syringe filling, and visual inspection in accordance with SOP’s and cGMP requirements. Conduct equipment checks, material staging, aseptic line clearances, and routine facility/equipment cleaning using approved disinfectants. Complete accurate, contemporaneous, and compliant ALCOA+ documentation, including logbooks and electronic batch record (eBR) entries. Perform required in-process checks, accurately record results, and ensure compliance with established specifications and procedures. Identify and promptly elevate deviations, atypical events, and equipment issues; support troubleshooting and investigations by providing relevant data and statements. Support the development and revision of SOPs and work instructions and implement continuous improvement opportunities. Maintain strict adherence to cGMP, gowning, aseptic behavior, safety, and documentation requirements while maintaining a clean and safe operating environment. Complete required training, maintain qualifications and skills matrices, and train/mentor peers to support team capability and compliance. Collaborate effectively with QA, QC, MS&T, Facilities, Supply Chain, and other cross‑functional partners during routine operations and issue resolution. Work effectively in a fast-paced, cross‑functional manufacturing environment, demonstrating flexibility to support cross‑training, operational coverage, off‑hours, and overtime as needed. Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications): Associates or Bachelors Degree in a Scientific field or a High School Diploma with equivalent experience. 2-4 years in GMP manufacturing or similar environment preferred; we will train strong entry‑level candidates. Comfortable working in cleanrooms with full gowning and standing for extended periods; able to lift up to ~35 lbs. Basic computer skills (batch records, training systems). Must have 20/20 vision (corrected vision allowed – i.e., glasses, contact lens) and maintain the ability to see all colors across the visible spectrum. A vision test will be required upon hiring to confirm vision acuity and will be administered annually thereafter. Reliable, detail-oriented, follows instructions, communicates clearly, and works well on a team. This position requires availability to work a 12‑hour night shift from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, including flexibility to support operational coverage, cross‑training, overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require. Our Working Model As we build our company, we have always believed that an in‑person culture is critical to our success. This role is 100% onsite, reflecting the importance of being physically present to support the work, collaborate closely with colleagues, and contribute to our site‑based operations. Working onsite enables real‑time collaboration, strong team connections, direct mentorship, and the hands‑on partnership needed to deliver our mission. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Moderna is a smoke‑free, alcohol‑free, and drug‑free work environment. Pay & Benefits At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our benefits and well‑being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Competitive healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs. A holistic approach to well‑being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support. Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support. Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year‑end shutdown. Savings and investments to help you plan for the future. Location‑specific perks and extras. The salary range for this role is $63,200.00 - $100,900.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance. About Moderna Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world‑class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities. Equal Opportunities Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. Moderna is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Accommodations We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at View email address on click.appcast.io. Export Control Notice This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export‑controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non‑U.S. persons to apply for an export control license. Our Mission and Vision At Moderna we are pioneering the development of a new class of drugs made of messenger RNA (mRNA). This novel drug platform builds on the discovery that modified mRNA can direct the body’s cellular machinery to produce nearly any protein of interest, from native proteins to antibodies and other entirely novel protein constructs that can have therapeutic activity inside and outside of cells. We have a clear mission to propel the field of mRNA science forward and deliver new medicines to patients and a unique vision for how to achieve this mission. Our Mission: To deliver on the promise of transformative messenger RNA (mRNA) science to bring new medicines to patients. Our Vision: To unlock the potential of mRNA by establishing an ecosystem of teams and partners that will work together to develop the broadest possible array of drugs, across diverse therapeutic areas and routes of administration, for serious diseases that are not treatable today. 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