Production Assistant jobs

This is a site based role in Ashland, MA, supporting the manufacturing of MatTek tissue models in a regulated laboratory environment. The position contributes directly to product quality and reliability while offering hands on development in cell culture medium preparation, quality testing, and biotech manufacturing processes.

Grow with us – Your Responsibilities:

• Prepare media and supplements using sterile technique with strong attention to detail
• Perform laboratory work under the direction of senior Associates and the Laboratory Supervisor or Manager
• Coat, cure, sterilize, and package cell inserts to meet production and quality requirements
• Perform quality assurance testing, including pH, osmolality, and endotoxin testing, and support product shipping by packing and verifying shipments against MAOs
• Support general laboratory duties and assist with tasks typically assigned to a Laboratory Assistant as needed

What will convince us:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or equivalent with no previous work experience or associate’s degree in biology or equivalent with 2+ years of hands‑on cell culture experience
• Ability to follow written SOPs and maintain accurate documentation in a regulated laboratory environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality, safety, and consistency in routine laboratory tasks
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team under guidance from senior associates and supervisors
• Willingness to perform repetitive, hands‑on laboratory work while maintaining focus and precision

We Value:

• Ability to lift heavy items such as full 5L glass bottles, and ability to transport heavy items such as full LN2 tanks.
• Basic knowledge of aseptic technique and sterile laboratory practices.
• You identify with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment

What We Offer

As a growing global life science company, with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX , Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as “Coaching”, “Agile Working” and a “Businesswomen’s Network”
Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs.
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

Retirement Savings Plan: 401k (with generous company match)
Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account
Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women’s Health, Health Advocate
Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service

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