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Associate Manufacturing – Downstream - Days

United States, Holly Springs 75618.00 - 89473.00 USD / Year · Job Posted February 16, 2026
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Be part of Amgen's newest and most advanced drug substance manufacturing plant. When completed, the Amgen FleX Batch facility will combine the latest in disposable technologies with traditional stainless-steel equipment to allow for maximum flexibility in operations. The FleX Batch facility will not only feature the best in-class drug substance manufacturing technologies with embedded industry 4.0 capabilities, but it will also integrate sustainability innovations to reduce carbon and waste, as part of Amgen's plan to be a carbon-neutral company by 2027. In this dynamic role, you will be an Associate in the manufacturing organization at Amgen North Carolina (ANC). The essential position, which supports our critical 24/7 manufacturing operations, works a 12-hour 2-2-3 schedule from 5:45am to 6:15pm. Associates will be completing operations on the floor in our downstream area and will be responsible for the manufacturing of cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) drug substances.

Job Responsibility

  • Completes work in accordance with established cGMP procedures and policies (Standard Operating Procedures [SOPs], Manufacturing Procedures [MPs], Job Hazard Analysis [JHAs], Code of Federal Regulations [CFR]) with strict adherence to safety and compliance
  • Assure proper gowning and aseptic techniques are always followed
  • Perform hands-on downstream bio-tech operations (Column Chromatography, Tangential Flow Filtration among others) including set-up, cleaning, sanitization, monitoring of equipment and assigned area
  • Run and monitor critical process tasks per assigned procedures
  • Perform in-process sampling, operate analytical equipment, and complete process documentation (Electronic Batch Records [EBRs])
  • Complete washroom activities: cleaning equipment, small to large scale, used in production activities
  • Initiate and own manufacturing related process deviations
  • Identify and escalate issues and concerns regarding daily routine functions related to process and tasks
  • may engage with team on potential solutions
  • Perform documentation for assigned functions (i.e., equipment logs, EBRs)
  • Collaborate as part of a cross-functional team (i.e., QA/QC, F&E (Facilities & Engineering), PPIC, Mfg., PD (Process Development), Regulatory, etc.) in completing production activities
  • Maintain an organized, clean, and workable space

Requirements

  • High School/GED + 2 years manufacturing and/or other regulated environment experience
  • Associate’s Degree + 6 months manufacturing and/or other regulated environment experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree

Nice to have

  • Completion of NC BioWorks Certification Program
  • Experience in a regulated industry such as biotechnology or pharmaceutical
  • Basic understanding and process experience in a cGMP manufacturing facility
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Proficient Microsoft Office skills, and knowledge of other electronic systems such as EBR/MES, Delta V, and Electronic Quality Systems
  • An ability to demonstrate desire and drive to learn and grow their understanding of operations and processes

What we offer

competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards

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