Associate Manufacturing
- Employer
- Amgen
- Location
- Thousand Oaks, California
- Posted date
- Oct 14, 2026
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- Discipline
- Manufacturing & Production, Manufacturing/Mechanical
- Required Education
- High School or equivalent
- Position Type
- Full time
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Job Details
Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Associate Manufacturing
What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will work in a dynamic production environment at the Amgen Thousand Oaks Drug Substance plant supporting development, clinical, and commercial activities. Under general supervision, employee will perform operations in the Manufacturing area. Operations will be performed according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Responsibilities:
Hands-on operations: set-up, cleaning, and sanitization of various manufacturing equipment
Preparing buffers/media per defined manufacturing procedures (MPs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Following GMP documents (SOPs, MPs) with strict adherence to safety and compliance
Performing and monitoring critical processes with the ability to perform basic troubleshooting
Performing in-process sampling of equipment and operating analytical equipment
Performing washroom activities: clean small-scale and large-scale equipment used in production activities
Maintaining an organized and clean workspace
Working in a clean room environment wearing steel toe shoes, full clean room gowning, hairnet, and gloves when performing all work
Initiating quality deviation records
Drafting and revising documents (SOPs, MPs)
Identifying, recommending, and implementing improvements related to routine functions
Assisting in the review of documentation for assigned functions (example: batch records)
Performing activities that include periods of rigorous, repetitive work
Working around high-pressure systems and occasionally working around heavy equipment
Available to work various shifts (Days, Swings, Graves, Weekends, Holidays, 5x8hrs, 4x10hrs, 3 or 4x12hrs) as dictated by the production schedule
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The manufacturing professional we seek is a go getter with these qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
High school/GED + 2 years of Manufacturing /Operations experience OR
Associates + 6 months Manufacturing /Operations experience OR
Bachelors
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Biology and/or Life Sciences
Mechanically inclined
Able to work in teams to complete operational tasks
Ability to take direction well, follow documents and policies at all times
Ability to take initiative
Create a positive work environment through interactions with team members
Person will have strong capability of scientific/engineering/laboratory analysis, troubleshooting and ability to apply advanced problem solving skills
Ability to develop and follow detailed protocols
Independently motivated with ability to multi-task and work in teams
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of 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 that may include:
A 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, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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Application deadline
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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.
Company
We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.
We live the mission.
We win together.
We thrive on continual challenge.
Our team of 22,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together—to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.
At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.
Connect with us to explore how you can Win, Live, and Thrive at Amgen.
- Phone
- 805-447-1000
- Location
- Corporate Headquarters
One Amgen Center Drive
Thousand Oaks
California
91320-1799
