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Manufacturing Associate (Entry Level)

  2026-04-17     R&D Partners     Novato,CA  
Description:

We are hiring Entry-Level Manufacturing Associates to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in a regulated production environment. This role is ideal for candidates with 6 months to 1 year of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or GMP manufacturing—or those early in their manufacturing careers looking to gain hands-on experience and grow within the industry. You will receive on-the-job training and work closely with experienced team members while learning GMP procedures, documentation practices, and production processes. This is a great opportunity to build a strong foundation in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Shift

  • Sunday-Tuesday, alternating Saturdays at 6:00pm-7:00am
  • Candidates must be comfortable working their assigned shift and occasionally supporting off-hours as business needs require.

Responsibilities

  • Process Knowledge: Understanding of process theory and equipment operation.
  • Ability to learn biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes including mammalian cell culture, depth filtration, tangential flow filtration, column chromatography, centrifugation, protein purification, and formulation of bulk drug substance.
  • Support initiatives for process optimization.
  • Identify and elevate processing issues and support solutions.
  • Gain experience with automation systems (LIMS, MES, PI, etc.).
  • Technical Documentation: Provide feedback and/or suggested changes to operational procedures.
  • Assist in the incorporation of new technologies, practices, and standards into procedures.
  • Capable of writing and reviewing process documents.
  • Quality and Compliance: Understanding of cGMPs as related to Commercial Operations. Ability to utilize Quality systems (Deviations, CAPAs, Change Requests, Action/Alert Reports, etc.).
  • Business: Ability to participate on projects and contribute to outcomes. Capability to learn and support new business systems (Track wise, ERP, etc.). Support trending of defined department metrics.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in science related area or engineering or Associate's degree in science related area or Biotech certificate.
  • 6 months to 1 year of experience in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals manufacturing environment or other regulated industry.
  • Ability to work in a team environment which includes good conflict resolution and collaboration.
  • Displays good initiative to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
  • Work Environment/Physical Demands: Consists of strenuous, repetitive work.
  • The following list of physical movements may be used on a daily basis: bending, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling and making numerous equipment connections using hands.
  • Independently have the ability to regularly lift, dispense, push and/or pull items with an average weight of 25 pounds.
  • May require work around loud equipment.
  • The use of personal protective equipment will be required.
  • Requires various shift based work and off hours.

Pay

  • $28.00-$32.20 per hour
  • Eligible for shift differential pay and overtime pay

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
  • Dental & Vision insurance
  • 401k plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Long-term disability
  • Weekly payroll
  • Expense reimbursement
  • Online timecard approval

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.


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