Operator I, DS CLT

About the Department

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The Drug Substance - Operations department is responsible for the execution of clinical and commercial manufacturing in accordance with regulatory, site, and client requirements. Manufacturing cGMP production activities include solution preparation, master/working cell bank production, upstream cell culture, downstream protein purification, mRNA and molecular therapeutics production. Further, manufacturing operations is tasked to utilize continuous improvement methodologies to realize process optimization, efficiency gains, and waste reduction to maximize capacity outputs.

The department is comprised of four distinct, but integrated, units. The Formulation/Support team executes GMP formulations of various growth production medias and feeds to support the upstream process, as well as a variety of different buffers and sanitization solutions to support the downstream purification process. The Formulation Department utilizes Master Batch Records and SOPs in a cGMP environment, focusing on ‘right first time’ and on-time delivery for each formulation. There are two other teams that provide further support to the Upstream/Downstream areas known as the Preparation (Prep.) and Sanitization teams. These are relatively small teams (3-4 per shift) but are vital to the sustainability and efficiency of the process. The Prep. team is responsible for a variety of GMP activities that prepare/build rotating assets, stainless steel parts, and processing assemblies for future use in an upcoming process, test already-used parts to ensure their integrity was maintained during use, and handling/exchange of liquid and gaseous Nitrogen Tanks. This is accomplished using a variety of equipment including a parts washer, decontamination and sterilization autoclaves, pre- and post-use filter integrity testers, and several other common hand tools (Crimpers, Pliers, tubing cutters, etc.) The Sanitization crew is also responsible for a variety of tasks but is mainly focused on the sanitization of the Drug Substance Clean rooms. They follow a strict schedule of daily, weekly, and monthly sanitizations using three main cleaning solutions: Sporklenz, LPHSE, and Vesphene. The sanitization of the block is critical to ensuring the cleanrooms meet FDA guidelines regarding acceptable levels of bioburden and particulates on hard surfaces and in the air for pharmaceutical production. The sanitizations are executed using clean room approved mops, as well as non-particulating wipes in conjunction with the approved sanitizing solutions. The Sani. Crew is also responsible for the restock of common-use consumable items inside the block, as well as gowning materials in the entrance airlocks to the GMP suites.

The Upstream team executes a variety of GMP processes focused on scale up and production of genetically modified mammalian cell culture in various sizes of shake flasks utilizing aseptic technique, Single Use Bioreactors, and Stainless-Steel Bioreactors. The fundamental goal of the upstream process is providing the proper environment to support cellular growth, and protein production. The cells have been genetically modified to produce a specific protein (the drug itself) - the protein of interest (POI) or Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API). The Upstream team utilizes batch records and SOPs in a cGMP environment, focusing on ‘right first time’ and on-time delivery for each step of the process.

The Downstream team is responsible for purification of the Protein of Interest out of the cell culture created by the Upstream team. They accomplish this using a variety of different purification techniques including size exclusion filtration, Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF), Viral Inactivation and Filtration, Chromatography, and Bulk Fill. Once >99% purity of API has been achieved, the Bulk Drug Substance (BDS) is Bulk Filled, and subsequently frozen for stability purposes. The Downstream team utilizes batch records and SOPs in a cGMP environment, focusing on ‘right first time’ and on-time delivery for each step of the process.

The Indirect Operations Team supports the other three areas in a variety of ways including, but not limited to creation of schedules, batch record review, data analytics, statistical analysis, deviation investigations, deviation tracking, audits, CAPA’s, and document review.

The Position

This position is an entry level position in the Preparation Manufacturing team and is the starting point to acquiring skills and training required for a cGMP biomanufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Operator is responsible for the integrity testing, washing, sterilization, and preparation of GMP equipment (stainless steel clamps, J-tubes, scissors, gas filters, valves, etc).  using a parts washer, decontamination and sterilization autoclaves, pre- and post-use filter integrity testers, and several other common hand tools (Crimpers, Pliers, tubing cutters, etc.)

Relationships

Reports to: Manufacturing Supervisor

Work Location: Onsite in Bloomington 

Essential Functions

• Follows detailed Batch Records and procedures to prepare and test drug substance equipment and consumables
• Practices aseptic behaviour within in a clean room environment
• Safely and accurately loads and operates large machines such as parts washers and autoclaves per procedure
• Raises atypical observations and notifies management/quality as required. Completes routine and basic preventative maintenance of equipment. Performs equipment/room cleanings as required. Identifies and raise opportunities for procedural improvements. Supports continuous improvement initiatives
• Operate in a clean room environment within required gowning, aseptic behaviours, and proper flow procedures
• Performs general cleanroom housekeeping, including room and equipment cleaning(s), disposal of trash and recyclables, and adherence to 5S standards
• Assists in stocking and staging production suites
• Addresses corrections to all executed documentation in a timely manner to support lot release
• Works scheduled shift and other off-shift coverage as required
• Executes other duties as assigned
• Ability to read and write English
• Perform basic math skills (+, -, x, /, %, understand decimals)
• Required to read, understand, and follow GMP documents
• Has basic knowledge of the principles and concepts of a discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry)
• Works independently on limited scope issues

Formulation:

• This position is an entry level position in the Formulation Manufacturing team and is the starting point to acquiring skills and training required for a cGMP biomanufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Operator is responsible for the formulation of GMP solutions(liquid medias/feed, buffers, sanitizing solutions) using Raw Materials that are consumed/used throughout the upstream and downstream processes. This is achieved using a variety of equipment and processes including general analytical equipment (pH meter, Conductivity meter, Osmometer), Single Use Mixers (SUMs), liquid handling equipment, Biosafety Cabinet, aseptic technique, scales, balances, various types of pumps, tube fusers, and tube sealers
• Follows detailed Batch Record and procedures to formulate drug substance
• Performs aseptic techniques within in a clean room environment
• Safely operates Single Use Mix tanks to support large-scale formulations, as well as required equipment for small scale batches (<50L)
• Uses basic biomanufacturing equipment such as tube fusers, tube sealers, pumps, balances, pH meters, stir-bars, and other applicable manufacturing equipment
• Raises atypical observations and notifies management/quality as required
• Completes routine and basic preventative maintenance of equipment
• Performs equipment/room cleanings as required
• Identifies and raise opportunities for procedural improvements. Supports continuous improvement initiatives
• Operate in a clean room environment within required gowning, aseptic behaviors, and proper flow procedures
• Performs general cleanroom housekeeping, including room and equipment cleaning(s), disposal of trash and recyclables, and adherence to 5S standards
• Assists in stocking and staging production suites
• Addresses corrections to all executed documentation in a timely manner to support lot release
• Works scheduled shift and other off-shift coverage as required
• Executes other duties as assigned
• Ability to read and write English
• Perform basic math skills (+, -, x, /, %, understand decimals)
• Required to read, understand, and follow GMP documents
• Has basic knowledge of the principles and concepts of a discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry)
• Works independently on limited scope issues

Physical Requirements

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen, reaching with hands and arms, talking, writing, listening. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, carrying, grasping. Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Must comply with EHS responsibilities for the position. Working conditions will be Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioned controlled. Ability to operate within a clean room environment as needed.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience:
  • High School/GED required
  • 0-2 years relevant experience
  • GMP experience preferred
• Technical Requirements:
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office programs, Email, Teams, etc.
  • Ability to learn and use quality, operations and/or scientific management software such as ComplianceWire®, JD Edwards®, MES®, etc.
  • Ability to understand and apply cGMPs to everyday work
  • Demonstrates basic understanding of the work tasks assigned
  • Executes procedures with high quality and attention to detail
  • Basic understanding of pharmaceutical laboratory and/or production operations
  • Capable of learning unfamiliar principles or techniques with training

• Behavioural Requirements:
  • Ability to see/hear and read/write clear English
  • Lead by example according to Catalent's values and culture
  • Ability to communicate effectively and follow/retain detailed written and verbal instruction in an accurate, timely, safe, and professional manner with supervisor, group members, and other departments as necessary
  • Ability to manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame and independently seek out additional work when tasks are completed ahead of time
  • Ability to cooperate with coworkers within an organized team environment or work alone
  • Detail oriented and well organized with ability to work effectively under high pressure with multiple deadlines
  • Ability to put aside personal opinions and focus on business needs, department needs or group needs
• Leadership Requirements (if applicable):
  • Builds on contacts and relationships with peers
  • Takes initiative for personal and professional development
  • Takes initiative when necessary to address changes in scope and procedural errors
  • Builds trust and respect for self and department

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

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