Scientific Manufacturing Operator in Charles City, Iowa at Cambrex - Charles City

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Scientific Manufacturing Operator is responsible for safely operating and monitoring pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and pharmaceutical intermediates. This role combines scientific knowledge with hands-on manufacturing operations in a current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP)-regulated environment.

The Scientific Manufacturing Operator will operate reactors and supporting process equipment, perform in-process testing, monitor production parameters, troubleshoot equipment and process issues, and ensure all activities are documented in accordance with cGMP requirements.

This is a career-entry scientific manufacturing role that provides recent graduates with an opportunity to apply their scientific or engineering education in a large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing environment while developing technical expertise in API manufacturing processes.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Industrial Technology, Microbiology, Engineering, or another related scientific or engineering discipline.
• Ability to understand and apply scientific and technical principles within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• Internship, co-op, laboratory, academic research, manufacturing, or industrial experience.
• Experience working in a regulated environment such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, chemical, or medical device manufacturing.
• Familiarity with cGMP, FDA, EPA, OSHA, or other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Experience with process equipment, laboratory instrumentation, computerized control systems, or manufacturing software.