Legend Biotech · 2 days ago
Operations Associate, 2nd Shift
Raritan, New Jersey, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$57K/yr - $75K/yr
0+ years expLegend Biotech is a global biotechnology company focused on developing advanced cell therapies. The Operations Associate will be responsible for performing manufacturing procedures within a CGMP environment and ensuring compliance with quality standards while supporting the production of CAR-T products.
BiotechnologyHealth CareLife ScienceOncologyTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Be part of the manufacturing operations team responsible for production of autologous CAR-T products for clinical and commercial operation in a controlled current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) cleanroom environment
Independently execute manufacturing or manufacturing-support processes according to standard operating procedures and current curriculum
Execute manufacturing activities common to cell culturing, purification, aseptic processing, and cryopreservation using appropriate techniques
Perform process unit operations according to standard operating procedures and batch records, and record production data and information in a clear, concise, format according to Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Perform tasks on time in a manner consistent with quality systems and cGMP requirements
Work in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by shift schedule
Aid in the development of manufacturing processes including appropriate documentation
Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing operations leveraging own observation as well as input of team members
Handle human derived materials in containment areas
Support schedule adjustments to meet production
Accurately complete documentation in SOP’s, logbooks and other GMP documents
Demonstrate training progression through assigned curriculum
Accountable for maintaining a working knowledge of basic cGMP requirements to ensure adherence to compliance policies and regulations
Wear the appropriate PPE when working in manufacturing and other hazardous working environments
Proactively maintain a clean and safe work environment. Take necessary action to eliminate safety hazards and communicate to others any observed unsafe behaviors
Ensure materials are available for production
Job duties performed routinely require exposure to and handling of biological materials and hazardous chemicals
Distance visual acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in both eyes without corrective lenses or visual acuity corrected to 20/40 (Snellen) or better with corrective lenses
Color Perception both eyes 5 slides out of 8
Support the ongoing production schedule by:
Report to work on-time and according to the shift schedule
Perform other duties as assigned
Attend departmental and other scheduled meetings
Practice good interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrate positive team-oriented approach in the daily execution of procedures
Promote and work within a team environment
Learn new skills, procedures and processes as assigned by management and continue to develop professionally
Support investigation efforts as required
Responsible for audit preparation and participation
Qualification
Required
HS Diploma required with 3 – 5 Years Biotech/Pharmaceutical experience or equivalent industry experience
OR Associates Degree required in Life Sciences or Manufacturing with 2 - 3 years of related experience
OR Bachelors Degree required in Life Sciences with 0 - 2 years Biotech/Pharmaceutical experience or equivalent industry experience
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Follow instructions
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Knowledge and ability to operate manufacturing, manufacturing-support and lab equipment
Knowledge of Process Excellence Tools
Possesses solid knowledge of routine and non-routine testing and sampling methods, techniques and related equipment
Needs to be mobile and able to independently transport themselves between various sites/locations, as dictated by the essential functions and responsibilities of the position
Is frequently required to communicate with coworkers
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; climb, bend and stoop; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to lift 25 lbs
Needs to perform gowning procedures to work in manufacturing core
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vest fully on day one
Equity and stock options are available to employees in eligible roles
Eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment
Paid time off policy that includes vacation days, personal days, sick time, 11 company holidays, and 3 floating holidays
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Legal assistance
Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Commuter benefits
Family planning and care resources
Well-being initiatives
Peer-to-peer recognition programs
Company
Legend Biotech
Legend Biotech is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and commercializes novel cell therapies for oncology.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (30)
2024 (11)
2023 (14)
2022 (7)
2021 (6)
2020 (13)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$750.45M2023-05-05Post Ipo Equity· $350M
2022-07-25Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2020-06-05IPO
Leadership Team
Carlos Santos
Chief Financial Officer
Alan Bash
President, CARVYKTI
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