Biomanufacturing Specialist

Title: Cell Therapy Specialist/ TechnicianLocation: Frederick, MD 21704 100% OnsiteDuration: 06 Months contract Shifts:Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Sun–Wed or Wed–Sat)Swing Shift: 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM (Sun–Wed or Wed–Sat)Onboarding RequirementsFor the first 6–8 weeks, all contractors must work Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM to complete:New Hire OrientationManufacturing OnboardingTechnical TrainingAfter training is completed, shift assignment will be determined by department leadership. Shift hours may change based on business needs.Job Description:The Cell Therapy Technician will perform and/or verify all tasks associated with the manufacture of commercial product following batch records and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure safe and compliant operations as well as works as part of a team to execute GMP runs in close collaboration with Materials Management, Quality Control and Quality Assurance.Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):Successfully troubleshoots processing and equipment issues while communicating said issues to managementCompletes required training assignments to maintain necessary technical skills and knowledge and to ensure compliance with cGMP requirementsRoutinely monitors, cleans, prepares and operates sophisticated automated cell processing, cell expansion and filling equipment in Grade B/C clean rooms. All required PPE and gowning for classified GMP manufacturing areas are provided by the company.Finds opportunities for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance while assisting with investigations/deviations and change controlsAbility to wear a respirator during use of certain cleaning chemicalsBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences FieldAssociates Degree in Life Sciences Field with 1+ years of biotech experience orHigh School Diploma with 2+ years of cGMP experience