Senior Technician, Downstream Manufacturing

About the Job

You will be part of our downstream production area in SYD22, a new, state-of-the-art facility currently in ramp-up mode. Production covers preclinical, clinical, and commercial products for a wide range of international clients.
 

The team consists of highly skilled technicians and academics who operate with a high level of professionalism and collaborate closely with key partners, including QA, QC, PLE, PE, and Manufacturing Product Support.
 

As a Technician in Downstream / Buffer Preparation, you will be responsible for planning and executing selected steps in the protein purification production process in a cGMP-regulated environment.

Your Work Will Include

• Executing daily production activities, including batch documentation and daily reviews

• Supporting onboarding and training of new technicians and colleagues, while taking ownership of your own learning and development

• Demonstrating behavior in line with AGC Biologics’ Code of Conduct

• Consistently working in compliance with regulatory and quality systems (e.g. TrackWise)

• Following GMP, MPRs, and approved procedures at all times

• Contributing continuous improvement ideas and actively participating in implementation

• Participating in and supporting daily production planning

• Assisting with troubleshooting, production-related challenges, and ad hoc tasks

• Working independently and reliably with both routine production tasks and ad hoc assignments

What We Offer

• A hands-on, operational role in a modern downstream production facility supporting preclinical, clinical, and commercial manufacturing

• An international work environment within AGC Biologics, with close collaboration across functions such as QA, QC, and Manufacturing Support

• Competitive employment terms, including salary, pension, health insurance, and employee benefits in accordance with local agreements

• Access to a paid canteen arrangement with meals prepared by professional chefs

• An active Employee Club offering social events and fun activities throughout the year

• Good opportunities to receive discounts during the year on a variety of leisure activities and experiences

• A strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance, supported by structured processes and clear expectations in a cGMP environment

• On-the-job training and opportunities to develop technical skills within downstream processing and buffer preparation

• A professional, collaborative team culture with experienced colleagues and a strong emphasis on teamwork, accountability, and reliability

• A structured, shift-based work model with predictable planning, supporting 24/7 production operations

About You

We imagine that you:

• Preferably hold an education as a Process Operator, Process Technologist, or Industrial Operator

• Preferably have 2+ years of experience from the biopharmaceutical industry and have worked in a cGMP environment

• Have experience with protein purification using chromatography systems such as ÄKTA Ready or ÄKTA Process

• Have experience preparing buffers according to recipes defined in production records

• Have experience with LEAN, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Collaborate effectively and communicate clearly and constructively

• Can speak, read, and understand English fluently
   

As a person, you are positive, flexible, and motivated by taking on new assignments and responsibilities. You thrive in a dynamic production environment and are able to handle change and unpredictability.
 

The position is shift-based according to a defined shift plan. Production operates 24/7, including weekends and holidays, and you will be expected to work during these periods depending on your assigned shifts.

Application

We are eager to welcome a new colleague as soon as possible.
 

Please apply exclusively through our recruitment system; applications submitted via other channels will not be considered. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
 

To support an inclusive and unbiased recruitment process, please do not include a photo in your CV. We are committed to fair hiring practices and place strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion

Who We Are 
AGC Biologics is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization with a strong presence in Denmark. From our Søborg site, we develop and manufacture life‑changing advanced biologics for some of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical companies. Together with our team members across Europe, the U.S., and Japan, we deliver development and manufacturing of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells therapies. Across our global network, we are united by one mission: To work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.