Associate Manufacturing - Cell Culture

Amgen Inc.

3.6

(9)

Thousand Oaks, CA

Why you should apply for a job to Amgen Inc.:

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  • 78% would recommend this company to other women
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  • Flexible work models that empower staff members to work where and when they are most productive
  • Award-winning PTO plan and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
  • With 11 Employee Resource Groups, 60 chapters & 11000 members everyone has opportunity to connect, network & foster a culture of belonging
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    Position summary

    them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

    Associate Manufacturing- Cell Culture
    What you will do

    Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this dynamic role you will perform operations for cell culture production. Responsibilities include:

    • Hands-on operation, set-up, cleaning, and sanitization of bioreactors and various cell culture support vessels
    • Prepare buffers/media per defined manufacturing procedures (MPs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
    • Follow GMP documents (SOPs, MPs) with strict adherence to safety and compliance
    • Perform and monitor critical processes
    • Perform in process sampling of cell culture equipment and operate analytical equipment
    • Perform washroom activities; clean equipment, small to large scale, used in production activities
    • Maintain an organized and clean workspace
    • Work in a clean room environment wearing steel toe shoes, full clean room gowning, hairnet and latex gloves when performing all work
    • Initiate quality nonconformance reports
    • Draft and revise documents (SOPs, MPs)
    • Identify, recommend, and implement improvements related to routine functions
    • Assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions (equipment logs, batch records)
    • Available to work various shifts (day, swing, graves, weekends, holidays, 5x8hrs, 4x10hrs) as dictated by the production schedule

    What we expect of you

    We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Manufacturing professional we seek is a collaborative partner with these qualifications.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • High school/GED + 2 years Manufacturing & Operations experience OR

    • Associate's + 6 months Manufacturing & Operations experience OR

    • Bachelor's

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Biology and/or Life Sciences
    • Able to work in teams to complete operational tasks
    • Ability to take direction well, follow documents and policies at all times
    • Ability to take initiative
    • Create a positive work environment through interactions with team members
    • Mechanically inclined
    • Able to lift up to 50lbs and work on your feet for long durations

    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

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    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.

    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
    67,083.00 USD - 84,094.00 USD

    Why you should apply for a job to Amgen Inc.:

  • 67% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 78% would recommend this company to other women
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Flexible work models that empower staff members to work where and when they are most productive
  • Award-winning PTO plan and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
  • With 11 Employee Resource Groups, 60 chapters & 11000 members everyone has opportunity to connect, network & foster a culture of belonging