Senior Operations Associate

At KBI Biopharma, we are advancing science and accelerating breakthroughs. As a global leader in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, we empower life science companies to bring new medicines and vaccines to the world faster. Explore your potential at KBI, where innovation meets impact. 

Position Summary: 

Responsible for day-to-day lab operation tasks in an analytical lab setting, including the ordering, shipping, and receiving of materials and tracking of associated documentation, routine maintenance of common ancillary lab equipment, and overseeing the ordering and stocking of lab supplies. Implement improvements to new and existing processes. Demonstrates leadership capabilities with junior staff.

Responsibilities:
•    Ensure lab compliance by performing routine calibration and maintenance of ancillary equipment. Ensure proper implementation of new equipment including site preparation requirements, coordination with vendors, for install and training for end users. Also responsible for implementation and scheduling of service contracts and PMs.
•    Support the development and revision of SOPs, completion of periodic reviews, and other quality documentation.
•    Lead the management of contracts with service providers and act as a liaison between the vendors and accounts payable.
•    Identify and mitigate risks with controls, procedures, and training.
•    Lead junior staff to Identify, manage, and implement improvements for existing
•    and new processes, as well as lead operations projects from conception
•    through completion.
•    Order and maintain necessary levels of laboratory supplies.
•    Shipping and receiving materials, samples, and supplies.

Requirements: 
•    Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences and 4+ years industry experience.
•     Knowledge of the operations typical to the biotechnical/pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
•    Communicate effectively with scientific staff, vendors, and managers.
•    Ability to maintain organization of space, documentation, and materials to ensure smooth workflow and tracking. Pays great attention to detail in a multitasking environment to ensure accuracy. Ability to adhere to strict lab safety guidelines.
•    Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts for the purposes of tracking inventories and making simple calculations in spreadsheet applications.
•    Computer skills: Word processing, spreadsheets, internet, and email.
•    Equipment Use: Computer, telephone, lab equipment.

Salary Range: $62,550 - $86,007
Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, Sabbatical program, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.   

About KBI: 
KBI Biopharma, Inc., a JSR Life Sciences company, is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) providing fully integrated and accelerated drug development and biologics manufacturing services to life science companies. KBI supports its 500+ customers in advancing more than 160 drug candidates from preclinical and clinical stages to market, including the manufacture of ten commercial products. Recognized for quality manufacturing, KBI delivers robust process development and cGMP manufacturing services across its six global locations in the USA and Europe. For more information, visit www.kbibiopharma.com. 

KBI is a proud EEO/AA employer dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that innovation thrives in an environment where all voices are heard and valued. That's why we actively seek individuals from all backgrounds – regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status – and strongly encourage all qualified candidates to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team. 
 

KBI Biopharma is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. Any employee entering a KBI site located in the US must inform KBI Biopharma of their vaccination status and must submit their vaccination status. All vaccinated employees are required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination, with a COVID-19 vaccination which has been granted FDA approval or Emergency Use Authorization.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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