Manufacturing Associate

Actalent • Maple Grove, MN • 3h ago

Job Description

This position involves transforming frozen plasma into freeze-dried plasma. The process includes retrieving frozen plasma from the freezer, thawing it, transferring it into bags, and using a lyophilizer to extract moisture. The final product is repackaged in the kitting room, with each unit meticulously tracked in a BECS system. Attention to detail and GMP environment experience are essential. Additionally, the role involves reviewing and improving production procedures, with desk work comprising a significant portion of the responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Champion a safety-driven culture and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Manufacture, inspect, and package products following written processes.

Maintain a pace that meets or exceeds established time standards while ensuring product quality.

Build, inspect, and package products using applicable equipment and perform basic visual, dimensional, time, and documentation checks.

Identify quality issues or workmanship deficiencies related to equipment, assembly, inspection processes, materials, sub-assemblies, and manufacturing environment.

Comply with GMP requirements by maintaining individual training records, completing data entry in production records timely and accurately, and adhering to documented manufacturing practices and procedures.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Comply with all policies and procedures.

Cross-train across multiple product lines.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

Production and documentation review skills.

Computer literacy.

Ability to learn and adapt quickly.

GMP experience (6+ months).

GDP experience (6+ months).

Understanding of SOPs.

Experience in biologics, pharmaceuticals, or medical devices.

Ability to read and understand policies, procedures, and processes in English.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Critical thinking and independent decision-making skills.

Ability to train operators on manufacturing procedures and equipment use.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bio degree or laboratory experience in biology.

Experience in a highly regulated environment preferred.

Responsible for accurate documentation in a regulated environment.

Capability to multitask and frequently switch between tasks.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and occasionally lift, including entering/exiting the walk-in freezer.

Demonstrated ability to achieve quality and labor time targets.

Work Environment

The work environment is a cleanroom manufacturing setting where employees will be on their feet most of the day and fully gowned following PPE SOPs. The work schedule is Monday to Thursday, 6 am to 4:30 pm, with the possibility of working on Fridays if needed. The position offers an opportunity to work with an innovative product with significant potential impact, including government-funded projects and potential future roles in engineering, regulatory, and quality fields.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maple Grove, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Maple Grove,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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