**We are looking for** **Operations Specialist** **Location:** 100% Onsite – 126 E. Lincoln Avenue, PO Box 2000, Rahway, NJ 07065 **Duration:** 6-Month Contract (Possible Extension Based on Performance and Budget) **Schedule:** Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Pay Rate:** Up to $35-39/hour (W2) **Position Summary:** We are seeking a highly motivated **Operations Specialist** to support the activities within our client's **Formulation, Laboratory, and Experimentation (FLEx) Center** . This role is ideal for an individual contributor with a background in operations or technical roles within **GMP manufacturing** environments. The Operations Specialist will play a key role in supporting drug product development, manufacturing operations, documentation, and compliance processes. This position is hands-on and fast-paced, requiring someone who can flex between operational support, documentation, and equipment oversight to meet project and development needs. **Key Responsibilities:** + Support daily GMP and development activities at the FLEx Center. + Apply scientific and technical knowledge to execute and complete assigned operational tasks. + Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to meet timelines and deliverables. + Assist with equipment setup, support, and cleaning processes. + Author and review SOPs, technical documents, and operational reports. + Use systems such as SAP and MS Office to manage inventory and documentation. + Ensure compliance with safety protocols, cGMP regulations, and internal policies. + Contribute to root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for operational issues. + Help compile and manage safety-related documentation (e.g., process waste collection). + Actively participate in maintaining a culture of compliance, safety, and quality. + Stay informed on relevant procedures, communications, and leadership directives. **Required Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or another technical field. + 4–5 years of experience in Operations, Technical Operations, Engineering, or a related function. + Strong knowledge of cGMP and experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting (preferred). + Familiarity with drug product processes such as bulk production, oral solid dosage, or packaging. + Proficiency in **Microsoft Office** and **SAP** or other inventory management systems. + Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently, and a collaborative team mindset. + Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities and new technologies. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.