Senior Manufacturing Associate

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description Knowledge: Demonstrates good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) Works on non-routine to somewhat complex problems, requiring evaluation of multiple factors before taking action. Specific Job Responsibilities: Work as part of a team to execute and lead manufacturing processes on the floor in close collaboration Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), Facilities and Engineering (F&E) and Quality departments. Rigorously follow batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) regulations to ensure manufacturing operations are safe and compliant. Ensure right-the-first-time performance of all process steps specific to the phase or stage of operation, as well as help drive the safety-first culture at Kite Oceanside. Perform and manage electronic inventory transactions utilizing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Business system (EBS) and weighing of raw materials and cycle count of raw materials. Perform, troubleshoot and manage moderately complex issues during cell culture, media formulation and filling unit operations for the manufacture of viral vector products in a cGMP environment using proper aseptic technique, proper laboratory etiquette, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and sound scientific methods. Maintain mammalian cell culture in flasks, CellSTACK chambers and single use bioreactor systems.  Review and sign off batch records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance. Participate in and manage operational excellence initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. Development of SOPs, Manufacturing Production Record (MPRs), and other process documents including minor deviations and Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPAs) as needed. Act at a delegate for supervisor and managers during cross functional team meetings. Manage and write shift notes for all unit operations. Lead operational tier huddles as needed. Manage and act as back-up qualified trainer for all unit operations. Act as a mentor to junior staff with limited task management responsibility. Ability to work effectively in an inclusive, cross-functional, team-based environment. Able to work off shift hours and weekend. Additional duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications: BS and 4+ years of experience, or MS and 2+ years of experience, or, HS diploma, a Certificate to FETAC level 6 (GSL), and minimum 6 years of relevant experience. Cleanroom experience is a must; must be hands-on and comfortable working on the manufacturing floor Upstream cell culture experience is required Prior experience in a cGMP related industry is a MUST, within Biopharmaceutical or Pharmaceutical industry preferred. Preferred Qualifications BS and 8+ years of experience MS and 6+ years of experience     The salary range for this position is: $92,820.00 - $120,120.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma.   For jobs in the United States: Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the  legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.   Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Kite Pharma Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.