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Manufacturing Associate, Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing

28K
Onsite · San Francisco, California
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Own biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations at a Novato site, applying mammalian cell culture and purification techniques to produce bulk drug substance. Collaborate with a cross-functional team in a cGMP environment to support process optimization and technology transfer. This contract role offers $28.00/hr plus shift differential, with a Sunday-Tuesday schedule and alternating Wednesdays, providing a unique work-life balance.

What You'll Do7

  • 1Apply mammalian cell culture, depth filtration, and tangential flow filtration to support protein purification and formulation of bulk drug substance.
  • 2Drive process optimization initiatives, identifying and resolving processing issues with actionable solutions.
  • 3Incorporate new technologies and practices into procedures, writing and reviewing process documents.
  • 4Ensure cGMP compliance by utilizing quality systems such as Deviations, CAPAs, and Change Requests.
  • 5Support new business systems including TrackWise and ERP, contributing to department metrics trending.
  • 6Perform strenuous physical work including lifting 25 pounds, bending, and climbing stairs or ladders.
  • 7Work in a loud environment with required personal protective equipment, adapting to shift-based schedules.

Requirements4

  • 1Bachelor's degree in science or engineering, or Associate's degree plus 2+ years in biotech manufacturing or regulated industry.
  • 2Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
  • 3Ability to work in a team, resolving conflicts and collaborating effectively.
  • 4Proven initiative to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions.

Salary Insight

$28k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSan Francisco, California

Required Skills

Mammalian cell cultureDepth filtrationTangential flow filtrationColumn chromatographyCentrifugationProtein purificationFormulation of bulk drug substancecGMP regulationsDeviationsCAPAsChange RequestsTrackWise
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