Upstream Operator

About the role

The Upstream Operator will work in the Cell Culture area of the production department, ensuring that all upstream activities are performed according to process specifications, GMP regulations and company quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Execute cell culture operations, including media preparation, filtration and sterilisation.
• Write and maintain SOPs and batch records for USP equipment and activities.
• Prepare production equipment before use and perform cleaning, inactivation and maintenance tasks.
• Register all production activities in logbooks, batch records and other quality documents.
• Install, qualify, calibrate and re‑qualify equipment as required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to corrective‑preventive actions related to quality deviations.

Required profile

• Degree in Pharmacy or a related field.
• Fluent in Spanish and English; additional languages are a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar upstream/USP role.
• Knowledge of GMP and SHE regulations.
• Willingness to work two shifts (morning‑evening).

Required skills

• Cell culture techniques.
• SOP development and batch record documentation.
• Equipment qualification, calibration and maintenance.
• GMP compliance.
• SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) regulations.
• Media preparation, filtration and sterilisation processes.

What we offer

• Equal opportunity employment in a collaborative biopharma environment.