Associate Manufacturing AME - Days

Career Category

Operations

Job Description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do. Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career. Associate Manufacturing - Days

What you will do Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will perform operations within multiple Manufacturing areas, including cell culture and purification, at Amgen's innovative Rhode Island facility. This agile approach helps align staff capability with labor demand peaks across areas while building broader manufacturing experience. You will be required to know, comprehend, and apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and to understand, follow, and document work in batch records.

Responsibilities Include:

Perform cell culture, purification, weigh & dispense, and solutions batching tasks as part of an Agile Manufacturing Excellence team in two drug substance plants Perform tasks in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manufacturing Procedures (MPs), Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs), and applicable Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs) Perform and monitor critical manufacturing processes Conduct basic troubleshooting and assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions. May also have the responsibility of initiating and owning area deviations Assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions, including routine area audits and batch records Perform activities that may include rigorous and repetitive work Work around high-pressure systems and occasionally around heavy equipment Train staff on hands-on tasks, as needed Serve as a safety representative, as needed Provide operational feedback and escalate issues observed Identify, recommend, and implement improvements related to routine functions Ability to work with different teams in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment Ability to maintain training and proficiency in supplemental assigned areas Enthusiasm for learning the different manufacturing areas and technologies at ARI In this role, you will be expected to work a 12-hour shift (7AM-7PM) on a rotating schedule. This includes extra benefits such as

built in overtime and getting premium pay for any Sundays worked.

The schedule during the initial onboarding/training phase (2-6 weeks) will be administrative (Monday through Friday, approximately 8am to 5pm).

Agile Workforce and Cross-Area Support Support an agile manufacturing workforce by developing broader capabilities across assigned manufacturing areas and applying those skills where product demand, labor needs, and business priorities require. Based on training, qualifications, and operational needs, move between areas to help address periods of peak demand and maintain effective production support across AR5 and AR30 manufacturing areas. Work collaboratively with area teams and Front-Line Managers (FLMs) to align assignments with campaign needs and defined work durations. Follow applicable training, qualification, GMP, and safety requirements when supporting work outside the primary area. Use cross-area experience to contribute to problem solving, build technical depth, and support continuous improvement.

What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The driven professional we seek is a self-starter with these qualifications. Basic Qualifications: High school/GED + 2 years of manufacturing or operations work experience OR Associate’s + 6 months of manufacturing or operations work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in a related field Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering Knowledge of large-scale biotechnology operations such as purification, cell culture, aseptic processing, etc. Demonstrated foundational technical knowledge or transferable experience applicable to manufacturing, engineering, or operational environments. Strong learning orientation with the ability to quickly develop technical proficiency in assigned areas. Positive, collaborative attitude with a willingness to contribute to team success. Ability to build effective working relationships across functions and with diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated initiative by proactively seeking feedback, asking questions, and identifying learning opportunities. Comfortable working in changing environments and adapting to evolving business priorities. Strong organizational skills with the ability to remain focused on assigned responsibilities while managing competing priorities. Demonstrated commitment to following established operational standards and procedures. Ability to represent the organization professionally through collaboration, accountability, and customer-focused behaviors. Willingness to accept coaching, demonstrate humility, and continuously improve through feedback. Knowledge of Single-use-Systems CFR and Regulatory knowledge Mechanical ability/expertise Basic statistical mathematical skills Ability to interpret and apply GMP knowledge Understanding of analytical methods for manufacturing area Demonstrated technical writing capability Ability to understand, apply and evaluate basic chemistry, biology and physical principles Basic troubleshooting skills on production equipment Experience with Delta V Experience with lab equipment/testing What you can expect of us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way. The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include: A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan Stock-based long-term incentives Award-winning time-off plans Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team. careers.amgen.com In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Application deadline Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed. As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. .

Salary Range 70,985.20USD -96,038.80 USD