Manufacturing Associate

Job Title: Manufacturing Associate – Viral Vector Manufacturing

Location: Oceanside, CA

Job Type: 1-Year Contract

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite – 5 Days per Week

Openings: 2

Start Dates: November 16, 2026, and December 15, 2026

Job Description

We are seeking Manufacturing Associates to support viral vector manufacturing operations at Kite’s Oceanside facility. The ideal candidates will execute manufacturing processes in a cGMP environment while adhering to established batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety requirements, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute manufacturing processes under supervision, following batch records, SOPs, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Perform raw material weighing and electronic inventory transactions using Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Business Systems (EBS).
• Perform chromatography and ultrafiltration/diafiltration (UF/DF) operations for viral vector manufacturing.
• Prepare and operate single-use systems for buffer preparation and filter integrity testing.
• Support manual and automated filling of harvested viral vector material.
• Follow aseptic techniques, cleanroom procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), Facilities and Engineering, and Quality teams to support manufacturing operations.
• Assist with reviewing and revising SOPs, Manufacturing Production Records (MPRs), and other controlled documents.
• Review in-process manufacturing documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Identify and escalate processing, equipment, and operational issues as needed.
• Contribute to a collaborative, safety-focused, and quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP manufacturing, biotechnology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or biologics production is preferred.
• Knowledge of cGMP, SOPs, batch records, GDP, and aseptic processing.
• Familiarity with chromatography, UF/DF, single-use systems, or viral vector manufacturing is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends, as required.

Note: This is a fully onsite, one-year contract opportunity. Candidates must be comfortable working five days per week at the Oceanside facility and adapting to operational scheduling requirements.