Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Associate

Chicago, IL 60632

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Category: Chemist/ Lab Job Number: 39697559 Compensation: $27.00 / hour

Job Description

Title:  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Associate
Location:  Chicago, IL
Hire Type:  Onsite, Contract-to-Hire
Shift:  Rotates between 1st and 2nd shift, every other week (Monday - Friday)
Target Pay Rate:  $28.00 - $32.00/hour (W2, with full employee benefits)

Overview:
As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Job Summary: 
The Manufacturing Associate works hands-on to produce pharmaceutical biotech products for clinical and commercial use. Will work in controlled environments, employing aseptic techniques. Will ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, and company policies. 

Job Duties:
  • Operate and maintain biotech systems (e.g., weighing, filtration, inoculation, fermentation, chromatography).
  • Conduct in-process tests (pH, cell count, spectrophotometry).
  • Prepare media/buffer solutions and complete batch records.
  • Maintain clean room conditions and report any issues.
  • Assist in process tech transfers and follow safety protocols.

Qualifications:
  • Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology (preferred), or 2–4 years’ experience in biologics.
  • Basic English communication and strong teamwork skills.
  • Ability to operate complex equipment and troubleshoot processes.
  • Familiarity with GMP, aseptic filtration, fermentation, chromatography, and TFF operations.
  • Proficient in basic computer tasks (e.g., Word, Excel).
  • Able and willing to work a rotating shift schedule.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Mike Schmitz
Technical Recruiter

Mike Schmitz is an esteemed Recruiting Team Leader specializing in the Life Sciences Division. With an impressive tenure of over 12 years at Sterling and a remarkable 16-year career in the recruiting arena, Mike has cemented his reputation as a trailblazer in talent acquisition.

As a Recruiting Team Leader, Mike's understanding of the intricacies within the Life Sciences Division is unparalleled. His expertise positions him as a strategic partner in bridging the gap between talented professionals and opportunities that align with their aspirations.

With a career spanning 16 years, Mike's journey in the recruitment landscape has been defined by his dedication to facilitating more fulfilling careers for skilled professionals. His ability to understand everyone’s unique strengths and match them with roles that foster growth and satisfaction marks him as a true advocate for professional development.

Mike's advice to candidates reflects his commitment to helping them excel: approach every job interview with positivity and authenticity. He firmly believes that a positive attitude and an engaging personality are pivotal in creating lasting impressions. Mike emphasizes that while technical qualifications are crucial, the ability to connect with interviewers and present oneself effectively is equally valuable to prospective employers.

As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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