Manufacturing Media/Buffer Prep Associate
Company: Kashiv BioSciences, LLC
Role summary
Manufacturing Media/Buffer Prep Associate is a role at Kashiv BioSciences, LLC in Piscataway, New Jersey, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-26. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Manufacturing Media/Buffer Prep Associate
- Company
- Kashiv BioSciences, LLC
- Location
- Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-08-26
Kashiv BioSciences is looking for a hands-on team member to join their manufacturing department where no prior degree is needed to get started. It’s a great opportunity to jump into the biotech field and build a stable career in a cleanroom environment with plenty of room to grow.
Job description
Description
Company Overview
Creating a Healthier World through Accessible Biologics:
Kashiv BioSciences, LLC is a fully integrated biopharmaceutical company. Kashiv BioSciences, LLC in the United States, and its subsidiary, Kashiv BioSciences Private Limited in India (together “Kashiv BioSciences”), operate together with robust infrastructure and highly skilled teams that provide global R&D, clinical, manufacturing, regulatory, and IP capabilities. We believe our people, partners, and shared purpose fuel our work to advance patient care and access to important medicines.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to –
Accurately weigh, measure, mix, and sterile filter cell culture media and buffer solutions within a cGMP environment.
Strictly follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), adhere to all standard operation procedures (SOPs), comply with all company policies, and data integrity standards.
Execute associated batch records in real-time as well as associated supporting documents/logbooks.
Ensure batches are executed in a timely manner and maintain proper documentation practices.
Conduct routine sampling and support in-process testing and perform Daily in-process monitoring throughout batch duration. (pH, metabolites, cell density/viability).
Use various analytical equipment such as pH meter, conductivity meter, osmometer, scales, etc.
Performing equipment troubleshooting, cleaning, verification, and status labelling.
Use of programs to collect, evaluate, and review operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to instruments or equipment.
Ability to interpret and provide instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled format.
Coordinate/support with the conduction of investigations and corrections for related issues during batch execution.
Maintain good housekeeping standards in the work area.
Following safety procedures specific to work area, including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
Demonstrating dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules.
Perform other functions as required or assigned to support manufacturing operation.
QMS, Documentation, and Compliance
Write, revise, and execute manufacturing batch records, SOPs, Protocols and logbooks.
Assist with opening/closing deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and investigations.
Support quality audits and regulatory inspections.
Ensure all operations comply with cGMP, safety, and data integrity standards.
Material & Inventory Management
Track, request, and stage raw materials including media components, consumables, and gases.
Perform label verification, receipt checks, and electronic inventory updates.
Coordinate with warehouse and planning teams for material readiness.
Cross-Functional & Technical Transfer Support
Collaborate with supporting groups such as QA, Analytical, Engineering, and Validation groups.
Support technology transfer of new upstream processes or scale changes.
Perform small projects independently and contribute to larger tech-transfer initiatives.
Generate work orders and follow up in case of machine breakdown.
Requirements
Position Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a manufacturing environment or 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.
Familiarity with safety protocols/procedures
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with cross-functional groups.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle changing manufacturing demands.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate technical details at all levels, including senior leadership.
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and propose short- and long-term solutions.
Strong time-management skills and the ability to work under demanding timelines.
As a biosimilar company, our schedules are driven by process requirements. The need for 24/7 coverage of manufacturing activities requires holiday/weekend coverage.
2+ years of Hands-on experience in biopharma or biotech manufacturing, or experience supporting cGMP operations and commercial exposure, is a plus.
Experience with single-use bioreactors, media/buffer prep, aseptic operations, and in-process sampling.
Strong technical skillset or understanding of cell culture and/or purification operations involved with mammalian cell manufacturing.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic statistical tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and propose short- and long-term solutions.
Additional Position Information:
As a biologics/biosimilars company, our schedules are driven by process requirements.
Manufacturing Operations is 12hr shifts for 24/7 coverage (2-2-3 work schedule), including holidays and weekends. Shift A (day shift): 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST and Shift B (night shift): 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM EST. Initial training may be performed on the day shift
Required Overtime (time-and-a-half pay), holidays, and weekends.
During the interview process, please let us know whether you have a preference for the day shift, the night shift, or are open to both.
Compensation: These are hourly FTE positions with overtime eligibility and shift differentials for applicable evenings.
Manufacturing Associate I (0–2 years of biologics manufacturing experience): $28–$34 per hour with up to a 5% yearly cash bonus
Work Environment & Physical Demands
General work environment and physical demands as required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Some tra
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