JOB ID: R-196270 LOCATION: US - North Carolina - Holly Springs WORK LOCATION TYPE: On Site DATE POSTED: Sep. 04, 2024 CATEGORY: Manufacturing SALARY RANGE: - HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION? Do more with the knowledge you're working hard to acquire and the passion you already have. At Amgen, our shared mission-to serve patients-drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world's leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Through this program, you will have the opportunity to be a part of this effort and acquire valuable hands-on skills and foundational experience to pursue a career in the biotech industry. Be part of Amgen's newest and most advanced drug substance manufacturing plant. When completed, the Amgen FleX Batch facility will combine the latest in disposable technologies with traditional stainless-steel equipment to allow for maximum flexibility in operations. The FleX Batch facility will not only feature the best in-class drug substance manufacturing technologies with embedded industry 4.0 capabilities, but it will also integrate sustainability innovations to reduce carbon and waste as part of Amgen's plan to be a carbon-neutral company by 2027. Apprentice Manufacturing Associate - Nights Live What you will do Let's do this! Let's change the world! We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our team as Apprentice Manufacturing Associates at our Holly Springs, NC facility. The successful candidates will complete a course curriculum at Wake Tech Community College - South (WTCC) and then receive on-the-job (OJT) training at Amgen. This combination of course curriculum and OJT is known as the Apprenticeship. The Apprentice Manufacturing Associate role is a full-time paid position which includes compensation for time in classes. The Apprentice Manufacturing Associate will play a critical role in ensuring quality and compliance standards are met through various manufacturing tasks and activities. Upon the successful completion of the apprenticeship, the staff member will be eligible for a Manufacturing Associate role within one of the three manufacturing disciplines (Upstream, Downstream, and Manufacturing Services). To be able to participate in the Apprenticeship, candidates must be eligible to enroll at WTCC and be available to work all shift types, including non-standard shifts (i.e., 12-hour nights including every other weekend) upon completion of the WTCC course curriculum. Please note; no relocation assistance will be provided for these positions. The Apprenticeship Will Be Focused On: * Embarking on a journey of discovery as you meet milestone training checkpoints and follow all standardized operating procedures * Immersing yourself in the biotechnology industry and learning how our products are made * Following Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and applicable regulations from the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs) * Reporting any discrepancies to ensure quality standards and safety * Ensuring quality & compliance through a Right First-Time mindset * Completing operations on the floor in either upstream, downstream, or manufacturing services; responsible for the manufacturing of cGMP drug substance * Perform hands-on operations including set-up, cleaning, sanitization, monitoring of equipment, and execution of production processes in assigned area * Perform in-process sampling, operate analytical equipment, and complete process documentation (Electronic Batch Records (EBRs)) * Collaborate as part of a cross-functional team (i.e., QA/QC, F&E (Facilities & Engineering), Supply Chain, Mfg., PD (Process Development), Regulatory, etc.) in completing production activities * Partnering with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement opportunities Win What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The candidates we seek are individuals with these qualifications. Basic Qualifications: * High School Diploma or GED And * Receipt of Statewide / Regional Biotechnology certificate by no later than December 2024, such as the NC BioWork Certification Those selected for full-time employment can expect a dynamic and challenging work environment, along with a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow and develop your skills, we encourage you to apply today! Thrive What you can expect of us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates' professional and personal growth and well-being. This position will be paid on an hourly basis. The hourly base pay for this opportunity in the U.S. is $34.62 an hour. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including: * Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts * A discretionary annual bonus program * Stock-based long-term incentives * Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns * Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible * No relocation assistance will be provided for these positions Apply now for a career that defies imagination Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us. careers.amgen.com Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #AmgenNorthCarolina Apply Now