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Manufacturing Technician roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your education level and work history. These programs require a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 and provide sponsorship. Host employers range from aerospace firms to medical device manufacturers.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Technician Co-op, Drug Product Manufacturing
Work Location: Robbinsville NJ
INTRODUCTION
WuXi Biologics is a leading global open-access biologics technology platform offering end-to-end solutions to empower organizations to discover, develop, and manufacture biologics from concept to commercial manufacturing. WuXi Biologics’ achievements are a direct result of the efforts made by our employees. We have built an extraordinary team motivated by our PROUD culture of Passion, Reward, Opportunity, Unity, and Determination. WuXi Biologics offers exciting job opportunities and careers around the globe. We currently employ over 12,000 people and provide services to more than 600 customers worldwide, including all the top 20 biopharmaceutical companies.
JOB SUMMARY
This is a full-time co-op position, reporting to the Manufacturing Head of DP12. The Engineer of Drug Product Manufacturing will be a junior member of the manufacturing team and will work under guidance of shift lead in a team to contribute to the qualification, operation and overall success of the clinical drug product manufacturing facility. This includes but is not limited to working with a team of technicians responsible for the manufacturing support activities in drug product manufacturing, such as formulation, sterile fill and finish, visual inspection of finished product, clinical labelling and packaging, and other tasks as assigned. Responsible for undergoing training in the drug product manufacturing activities according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
Responsibilities
- Work under supervision and be responsible for all supporting activities related to aseptic cGMP compliant fill/finish operation, including but not limited to buffer preparation, formulation and compounding operation, visual inspection of finished product.
- Train under supervision in drug product manufacturing team for the execution of manufacturing support activities.
- Work under supervision to maintain the drug product suite in an inspection-ready state.
- Train under supervision on SOPs/protocols for manufacturing related activities for GMP aseptic fill/finish operation.
- May be required to work Shifts, Holidays and weekends.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, engineering or other related fields with 0-3 years in biopharmaceuticals or highly regulated industry.
- Knowledge and experience in drug product manufacturing support operations and have solid understanding of cGMP compliance requirements for a manufacturing facility. Previous experience in buffer preparation and visual inspection are preferred.
- Must work in a self-motivated, highly flexible, well organized and detailed-oriented style in this leadership position with requirement of some evening conference call time and occasional international travel.
KNOWLEDGE
Incumbent shall display knowledge and understanding of
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Biologics drug product manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Good time management skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work in regulated environment.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
Incumbent shall display strong and effective:
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal/Communication Skills
- Personnel management
ONEROUS REQUIREMENTS
Position may require occasional travel to global WuXi Biologics sites and/or client sites. Position is leadership role for manufacturing facility and may require occasional night and weekend hours.
COMPENSATION
The anticipated base pay range for this position is $20-$30.00.
The job description does not intend to list all the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position would be required to perform other job-related duties/responsibilities based on their expertise and company business needs.
WuXi Biologics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Job Title: Technician Co-op, Drug Product Manufacturing
Work Location: Robbinsville NJ
INTRODUCTION
WuXi Biologics is a leading global open-access biologics technology platform offering end-to-end solutions to empower organizations to discover, develop, and manufacture biologics from concept to commercial manufacturing. WuXi Biologics’ achievements are a direct result of the efforts made by our employees. We have built an extraordinary team motivated by our PROUD culture of Passion, Reward, Opportunity, Unity, and Determination. WuXi Biologics offers exciting job opportunities and careers around the globe. We currently employ over 12,000 people and provide services to more than 600 customers worldwide, including all the top 20 biopharmaceutical companies.
JOB SUMMARY
This is a full-time co-op position, reporting to the Manufacturing Head of DP12. The Engineer of Drug Product Manufacturing will be a junior member of the manufacturing team and will work under guidance of shift lead in a team to contribute to the qualification, operation and overall success of the clinical drug product manufacturing facility. This includes but is not limited to working with a team of technicians responsible for the manufacturing support activities in drug product manufacturing, such as formulation, sterile fill and finish, visual inspection of finished product, clinical labelling and packaging, and other tasks as assigned. Responsible for undergoing training in the drug product manufacturing activities according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
Responsibilities
- Work under supervision and be responsible for all supporting activities related to aseptic cGMP compliant fill/finish operation, including but not limited to buffer preparation, formulation and compounding operation, visual inspection of finished product.
- Train under supervision in drug product manufacturing team for the execution of manufacturing support activities.
- Work under supervision to maintain the drug product suite in an inspection-ready state.
- Train under supervision on SOPs/protocols for manufacturing related activities for GMP aseptic fill/finish operation.
- May be required to work Shifts, Holidays and weekends.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, engineering or other related fields with 0-3 years in biopharmaceuticals or highly regulated industry.
- Knowledge and experience in drug product manufacturing support operations and have solid understanding of cGMP compliance requirements for a manufacturing facility. Previous experience in buffer preparation and visual inspection are preferred.
- Must work in a self-motivated, highly flexible, well organized and detailed-oriented style in this leadership position with requirement of some evening conference call time and occasional international travel.
KNOWLEDGE
Incumbent shall display knowledge and understanding of
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Biologics drug product manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Good time management skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work in regulated environment.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
Incumbent shall display strong and effective:
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal/Communication Skills
- Personnel management
ONEROUS REQUIREMENTS
Position may require occasional travel to global WuXi Biologics sites and/or client sites. Position is leadership role for manufacturing facility and may require occasional night and weekend hours.
COMPENSATION
The anticipated base pay range for this position is $20-$30.00.
The job description does not intend to list all the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position would be required to perform other job-related duties/responsibilities based on their expertise and company business needs.
WuXi Biologics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Manufacturing Technician
Align your training plan to SOC codes
Your DS-2019 training plan must match a recognized occupation. Pull the Manufacturing Technician profile from O*NET to confirm the exact skills, tasks, and knowledge areas your host employer should document before the designated sponsor reviews your application.
Separate Intern from Trainee eligibility early
J-1 Intern status requires current enrollment in a degree program, while Trainee status is for those with a degree plus one year of related work experience. Applying under the wrong category gets your DS-2019 application rejected before it reaches a host employer.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Host employers in regulated industries like aerospace, automotive, and electronics are more familiar with hosting J-1 exchange visitors. E-Verify participation signals a facility already managing federal employment-verification compliance, which correlates with smoother J-1 host agreements.
Search J-1-compatible roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by Manufacturing Technician roles on Migrate Mate to surface U.S. employers whose hiring patterns align with exchange visitor programs. This cuts the time you'd otherwise spend cold-approaching facilities that have no J-1 hosting experience.
Confirm wage compliance before accepting offers
Your training compensation must meet prevailing wage standards. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your specific manufacturing occupation and work location before your designated sponsor finalizes the DS-2019 and training plan.
Factor the two-year home residency rule into your timeline
Some Manufacturing Technician trainees from countries with exchange agreements are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement after program completion. Verify your eligibility with USCIS or your designated sponsor before accepting an offer that conflicts with future U.S. work plans.
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Find Manufacturing Technician JobsManufacturing Technician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Manufacturing Technician roles?
Most Manufacturing Technician exchange visitors enter under the Trainee category, which is for individuals who have a degree in a relevant field plus at least one year of related work experience, or five years of work experience without a degree. Current students completing a degree program may qualify under the Intern category instead, provided the training relates directly to their field of study.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Manufacturing Technician?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue your DS-2019 form, review your training plan, and monitor compliance throughout the program. Your host employer is the manufacturing facility where you train. These are two separate relationships, and confusing them can stall your application.
How do I find U.S. manufacturing employers open to J-1 host arrangements?
Use Migrate Mate to search Manufacturing Technician roles and identify employers whose hiring patterns align with exchange visitor programs. Many mid-size manufacturers in sectors like precision machining, electronics assembly, and medical devices have hosted J-1 trainees before. Direct outreach works best when you can show a clear training objective tied to skills that aren't readily available in your home country.
What does the J-1 training plan require for a Manufacturing Technician position?
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan, called a DS-7002, that breaks down the specific skills you'll develop, the supervision structure, the phase-by-phase schedule, and how the training connects to your prior education or work experience. For manufacturing roles, this typically includes sections on quality control procedures, equipment operation, safety protocols, and any specialized production techniques central to the host facility's operations.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect my plans after a J-1 Trainee program?
Yes, if your home country appears on the State Department's skills list or if your program was government-funded, you may be required to return home for two years before applying for certain U.S. visas, including H-1B or a green card. This restriction doesn't prevent you from completing your training, but it does affect long-term planning. Confirm whether it applies to you with USCIS or your designated sponsor before you begin the program.
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