Bioprocess Associate

Job Description

A great opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Biotech Associate within our new state of the art single use multi-product biotech facility

The Manufacturing Biotech Associate will work in a manufacturing self-directed shift team to deliver batch operations successfully, identify and resolve issues in order to allow the site to deliver for our patients in a culture that supports Quality, EHS, Learning and Continuous improvement. The biotech associate will drive to optimise and improve the processing activities through use of standard work and lean processing techniques while supporting operations team to consistently deliver on specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

You will also be involved in setting up the single use equipment between runs, carrying out the production process according to world class GMP and EHS principles. At all times this role is focused on delivery to the patient through living the Dunboyne culture including a commitment to safety, focusing on right first time in everything we do and a concentrating on the engagement and development of self and peers.

What you will do:

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation, and leadership to carry out the following:

• Complete COMMIT cards to highlight ways of working within our SDWT’s and Hubs and across our site that support our COMMIT culture.
• Provide immediate feedback to others at any time to reinforce good safety and improvement behaviours and acts.
• Execute commercial manufacturing processes according to established work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensures that all assigned task related to manufacturing documentation support is in accordance with good manufacturing practices.
• Routinely talk about any safety issues you are concerned about.
• Work as part of a dedicated proess team where flexibility and teamwork are a key requirement.
• Generate SOPs/ Work Instructions (WIs) to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Adhere to Right First-Time principles.
• Provide assistance and/or support maintenance, engineering, quality or other colleagues as requested.
• Escalate issues as appropriate to manager/designee.
• Maintain a high level of personal expertise and working knowledge of all aspects of the manufacturing process and process equipment through continuous training and development.
• Liaise with other groups and individuals to ensure planning of tasks is effective and linked into the manufacturing process plan and site schedule.
• Challenge and identify improvements to the safety and environmental programmes on site.
• Celebrate with use of proactive recognition tools that inspire teams and individuals you collaborate with.
• Take part in shift handovers and tier 1 meetings, raising concerns or issues promptly and providing options for resolutions.
• Act as an ERT during emergency situation if trained.

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Level 7 qualification in a science/engineering or equivalent work experience
• 1+ years’ experience in the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical industry or equivalent
• Downstream experience is essential
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution System (MES - PAS X) and Delta V
• Ability to work as part of a shift team and on own initiative in a constructive manner.
• Ability to think logically and be proactive under pressure.
• Flexible and self-motivated

As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Analytical Problem Solving, Cell Cultures, Computer Literacy, Data Entry, Driving Continuous Improvement, Environmental Health And Safety, Equipment Maintenance, GMP Compliance, GMP Documentation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Health Safety Regulations, Lean Management, Manufacturing Compliance, Manufacturing Documentation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Quality Control, Mechanical Equipment Maintenance, Media Preparation, Microbiology, Operations Management, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Pharmaceutical Manufacturing {+ 4 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

04/28/2026

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