Assistant Manufacturing Associate

Assistant Manufacturing Associate

Location: Lansing, MI, US, 48906 Preparedness today, safer tomorrow. Emergent is a leading public health company that delivers protective and life-saving solutions to communities around the world. Here, you will join passionate professionals where our culture is informed by our values and commitment to protecting and saving lives.

Job Summary

Execute tasks per CGMP guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures to manufacture, inspect and package Anthrax Vaccine Adsorbed. Complete training and maintain competence per the manufacturing training program. Actively incorporate the Shared Values set out by Emergent BioSolutions while performing day to day activities.

Essential Functions

• Complete training and demonstrate competency on Assistant Manufacturing Associate qualification blocks in accordance with the training progression pathway
• Execute and document procedural steps in compliance with CGMP standards, clean room behavior and Standard Operating Procedures
• Comply with all applicable rules and regulations of Emergent and the Pharmaceutical / Biotech industry
• Maintain state of facility environmental control including preparation of defined concentrations of cleaning solutions, daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual cleaning of manufacturing areas per Standard Operating Procedures
• Review all documentation for accuracy and completeness of process signature steps as each step is completed
• Perform "real time" review of all documentation (BPRs, forms, logs, etc.) in the area throughout the shift
• Stock gowning and consumable supplies in the controlled areas maintaining Kanban inventory control of manufacturing materials
• Follow standard work guidelines
• Collaborate with applicable Integrated Process Teams to participate in continuous improvement and learn new Lean concepts
• Actively participate in Kanban and 6S programs
• Successfully complete inspector qualification requirements to identify, classify and cull product defects, including those defects which could impact patient safety (inspector qualification)
• Independently operate labeling equipment with minimal supervision (Qualification)
• Apply traceability and expiration information to secondary packaging components such as cartons and cases. Confirm suitability of secondary packaging components during printing processes through 100% inspection (carton printing, case creation)
• Package product in secondary and final packaging components while performing 100% reconciliation of product rejects (Packaging)
• Complete ambient tracking documentation
• Execute material issuance and confirmation of process steps using specific SAP modules
• Building 55 Operations Prep
• Execute material issuance and confirmation of process steps using specific SAP modules
• Precisely weigh and hydrate media components
• Load, run and unload parts washer and sterilization/decontamination using specific validated load configurations per Standard Operating Procedures
• Assemble clean process glassware configurations and portable tanks utilizing sanitary connections, quick connects and stainless-steel ancillary parts
• Perform Cleaning (COP/CIP) and Sterilizing (SOP/SIP) of production vessels through interface with automated control system (DeltaV)
• Prepare and dispense intermediate materials

Behavior/Cultural Responsibilities

Standing Shoulder to Shoulder (no matter what): working collaboratively with others, communicating, and managing conflict effectively

Break Through Thinking: cultivating innovation and nimble learning

Own It Always: ensuring accountability, and making good and timely decisions

Compete Where It Counts: demonstrating courage and focusing on customers

Integrity and Instills Trust: gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity

Manages Complexity: making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problem

Plans and Aligns: plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals

Drives Engagement: creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives

Minimum Education, Experience, Skills

HS Diploma

01-year experience working in a CGMP environment

Knowledge of CGMP and CFR requirements preferred but not required

Personal Competencies: Self-awareness, Integrity, Team Player, Creative, and Culturally aware

Salary and Benefits

The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from $34,000 to $41,200. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location. Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, [and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.] Additionally, Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package*. Information regarding additional benefits can be found here: (*Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies).

About Emergent

Emergent prepares those entrusted with protecting their communities against current and future health threats. Our drive towards this vision informs all of our actionswhether it is our approach to product development, manufacturing, encouraging employee health and wellness or giving back to the communitywe strive every day to achieve this shared goal.

WE BELIEVE IN OUR VALUES

Lead with Integrity

We gain trust and confidence through ethics, quality, and compliance excellence

Stand shoulder to shoulder

We combine our best thinking and communicate openly to support each other.

Own it always

We are engaged and accountable for delivering on our commitments.

Breakthrough thinking

We take smart risks, pursue innovation and challenge ourselves to constantly improve.

Compete where it counts

We set the right goals and respect each other as we conquer them together.

Nearest Major Market: Lansing