Manufacturing Associate I - Apprentice

Manufacturing Associate I Apprenticeship Program

About This Role

An Apprenticeship at Biogen is a pathway to a longterm career in the biopharmaceutical industry. The 12month program is a role directly within our operations combined with enrollment with a registered partner Community College to continue furthering your education. Throughout the program you will be supported by customized onthejob training and mentorship from trusted and experienced members of your team. We are hiring multiple Apprentices across a number of departments at our sites in Research Triangle Park.

Manufacturing Associates perform processing steps and manufacturing support activities in our facilities in Research Triangle Park (RTP). These teams are the backbone of our operations each person playing a critical role in producing & delivering our therapies to the patients who need them.  MAs set up operate and maintain processing equipment by following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within a controlled environment always following current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

This position requires a schedule of a 10hour shift Monday through Thursday weekly

What Youll Do

• Attend and actively participate in classroom & onthejob training as well as direct shadowing of current team members to assist in the execution of daily manufacturing activities including validation protocols
• Document and record all cGMP data & information (including deviations) for processing steps and equipment activities. Create and revise key documentation like batch records SLRs and equipment logbooks
• Help maintain a clean and safe work environment always focusing on audit readiness of process areas
• Be a team player; always showing up to contribute your energy and focus

Who You Are

You are someone developing a deep passion for doing work that furthers a mission to save lives. You have a high degree of demonstrated learning agility are energetic and love a fastpaced work environment where everything you do is incredibly impactful. Biomanufacturing is complex so you have the mental flexibility to be adaptable to whatever comes your way.

Qualifications :

Required Skills 

• Must be at least 18 years or age and hold a High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Apprenticeship Program Must have completed (or be in the process of completing) a NC BioWork Certificate Program (PreApprenticeship) from a registered Community College AND be willing & able to complete additional coursework while working for Biogen as per NC BioNetwork Apprenticeship program requirements.
• Strong desire to learn and grow quickly demonstrated experience employing learning agility
• Adaptable to changing needs and demands comfortable navigating a dynamic environment
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and ability to work as a part of a team
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Additional Information :

Why Biogen

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit. As a midsized biotechnology company we provide the stability and resources of a wellestablished business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning growth and expanding their skills. Above all we work together to deliver lifechanging medicines with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds cultures and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status race color national origin ancestry ethnicity religion age veteran status disability genetic information or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. Biogen is an EVerify Employer in the United States.