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(Fixed-Term) Manufacturing Associate II - Shift Position

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Description

Moderna is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Associate and digitally savvy Operator to join their mRNA vaccines production unit in Harwell, UK. The role involves operating production equipment in compliance with cGMP and safety regulations, requiring excellent technical skills, a scientific mindset, and a rapid learning capacity for new mRNA technologies. The associate will contribute to process improvements and innovations in a highly technological environment, playing a central role in producing safe and effective vaccines.

What We're Looking For

Adhering to Moderna’s safety procedures and maintaining housekeeping.,Executing operations activities according to cGMP, SOPs, and manufacturing documentation.,Collaborating with QA peers for timely closure of batch disposition documentation.,Participating in investigations (RCA) and CAPA tasks.,Utilizing performance tools to meet operational KPI objectives.,Responding to and troubleshooting routine equipment, process, and digital issues.,Proactively identifying and reporting compliance or health and safety issues.,Keeping training records and documentation up to date.,Performing routine maintenance tasks (e.g., lubrication, mechanical checks, filter changes) using hand tools.,Flexibility to work off-hours and overtime when necessary.,Contributing to multiple projects and continuous improvement initiatives.,Collaborating effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment.

Ideal Candidate

3+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.,A university degree with a specialization in Pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent.,Experience with filtration and chromatography, and cold chain management (a plus).,Experience in audit/inspection preparation, understanding Health authority and regulatory guidelines.,Ability to collaborate fluidly with peers, leadership, and cross-functional support groups.,Excellent written, oral communication, and organizational skills.,Ability to maintain attention to detail while executing multiple tasks with minimal supervision.,Demonstrated commitment to Moderna's values of Bold, Collaborative, Curious, and Relentless.

Minimum Education

University Degree (specialization in Pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent)

Hard Skills

GMP manufacturing
production equipment operation
filtration
chromatography
cold chain management
cGMP
troubleshooting (equipment
process
digital)
maintenance (lubrication
mechanical checks
filter changes)
RCA
CAPA

Soft Skills

Excellent technical skills
scientific thinking
rapid learning capacity
meticulousness
digital proficiency
team player
attention to detail
collaboration
communication
organizational skills
adaptability
problem-solving
continuous improvement mindset
bold
collaborative
curious
relentless

Work Hours

Currently under review to support 24/7 operations, potentially a 2-2-3 (Panama schedule) of 12-hour shifts; otherwise, a standard Monday to Friday operational model.

Benefits

Best-in-class healthcare
voluntary benefit programs
holistic well-being support (fitness
mindfulness
mental health)
family building benefits (fertility
adoption
surrogacy)
generous paid time off (vacation
bank holidays
volunteer days
sabbatical
global recharge days
year-end shutdown)
savings and investments
location-specific perks and extras

Special Commitments

Must be willing to work off-hours and overtime when necessary, Position is site-based, requiring full-time presence at Moderna's site.

About the Company

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Moderna, Inc.

Moderna is a biotechnology company pioneering a new class of medicines made of messenger RNA (mRNA). The company's platform builds on continuous advances in basic and applied mRNA science, delivery technology and manufacturing, and has allowed the development of therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, immuno-oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular diseases and autoimmune diseases.

Innovative
Science-driven
Collaborative
Fast-paced
Mission-oriented
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