Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate (Upstream)

Job Title: Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate (Upstream)

Reporting to: Supervisor, Manufacturing

About Syngene

Incorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods and specialty chemical industries around the world. Syngene’ s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation.

At Syngene, safety is at the heart of everything we do personally and professionally. Syngene has placed safety at par with business performance with shared responsibility and accountability, including following safety guidelines, procedures and SOPs, in letter and spirit.

Job Summary

The Associate Executive (Manufacturing Associate) executes routine biologics manufacturing tasks under supervision. Responsibilities include supporting upstream or downstream operations through cleaning, material prep, system assembly, and documentation.

Primary Responsibilities:

Process Execution

• Perform basic manufacturing tasks such as single-use system assembly, line setup, and equipment/component cleaning.
• Assist with media or buffer preparation including pH/conductivity checks, filtration, and container labeling.
• Operate and support glasswash and autoclave functions to ensure the availability of sterile components.
• Support equipment sanitization, tubing configuration, and staging of raw materials.
• Execute Master Batch Records (MBR) under cGMP, and document in detail through the use of SOPs and MBRs for each process step.

Compliance

• Complete logbooks, forms, MBRs accurately in accordance with current Good Documentation Practices (cGMP).
• Adhere to all gowning, cleanroom, and safety protocols.

Training & Development

• Participate in training and qualification activities to build proficiency in core GMP manufacturing tasks.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn new skills and assist other team members.
• The responsibilities listed below represent the core expectations of the role; however, this is not an all-inclusive list. The Senior Executive may be assigned additional duties and responsibilities as business needs evolve.

Education & Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical discipline preferred; high school diploma or equivalent with 1–2 years of relevant experience accepted.
• Work schedule may be fluid to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation, including weekends, nights, and holidays. Schedule changes may occur based on business needs. .
• 0–2 years relevant experience in GMP or manufacturing environment.
• Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and teamwork orientation.

Additional requirements for this role:

In this site-based role your work schedule may be fluid to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation, including weekends, nights, and holidays. Schedule changes may occur based on business needs.

During Routine production, the manufacturing supervisor is expected to be on the manufacturing floor at least %75 of the time.

The physical/mental demands are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual would encounter while performing the essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The role demands good eye/hand coordination, visual acuity, and proficiency in using keyboards, computers, and phones. Sensory awareness—including the ability to detect and distinguish smells and sounds—is important for safety and quality assurance. Physical competencies such as maintaining a stationary position, moving or traversing the facility, ascending or descending (climbing), reaching, and safely operating hand tools and performing repetitive movements are integral, as is the ability to move or transport required loads.

A commitment to regular and predictable attendance is necessary, as is the flexibility to work irregular hours that often include nights and weekends. The position involves working in environments with extreme temperatures, high noise levels, restricted laboratory access, and exposure to dust, gas, fumes, steam, or chemicals. This multifaceted role supports the organization’s operational continuity and ensures safety and efficiency across all aspects of manufacturing leadership. The role may require approximately 5% to 10% of travel and may include international travel based on business needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, colour, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.