Manufacturing Process Technician I

Piper Companies is currently looking for a Manufacturing Process Technician I in the Howard County, MD area to work a fully onsite role. This Manufacturing Process Technician I will join a will join a global organization focused on advancing innovative solutions within a highly regulated industry.

Responsibilities for the Manufacturing Process Technician I:

• Execute manufacturing activities in a GMP-regulated cleanroom environment, including aseptic processing, cell culture, filtration, purification, and fill-finish support.
• Prepare, sterilize, stage, and manage materials, consumables, and equipment required for production operations.
• Perform equipment setup, cleaning, sanitization, maintenance, and monitoring activities to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
• Complete and review batch records, production documentation, and quality system records in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Support inventory management, sample submission, waste handling, and cross-functional manufacturing initiatives to maintain efficient and compliant operations.

Qualifications for the Manufacturing Process Technician I:

• Ability to work in controlled manufacturing environments, including ISO Class 5 and ISO Class 6 cleanrooms while adhering to gowning requirements.
• Capable of independently performing a substantial portion of manufacturing operations with limited oversight while maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Hands-on experience with several of the following bioprocessing activities:
  • Cell culture operations
  • Upstream manufacturing processes
  • Harvest preparation and execution
  • Cell culture supernatant purification
  • Viral filtration and removal procedures
  • Filter integrity testing, filter cleaning/sanitization, and filter purification
• Education requirements:
  • High School Diploma and certification through accredited biotechnology instruction and 2+ years relevant experience 
  • AA Degree in a related field and 1+ years relevant experience  
  • BS/BA Degree in a related field 

Compensation for the Manufacturing Process Technician I:

• Hourly Rate: $27-30/hr based on professional experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and Sick Leave as required by law

Keywords:

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