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Manufacturing Technician
6701 Kaiser Drive Fremont, CA 94555 US
Job Description
Duties:
- Independently execute routine unit operations in Purification, including change-over procedures and scheduling within the shift team.
- Perform equipment cleaning, setup, and in-process testing (e.g., cell counting, spectrophotometry, environmental monitoring).
- Monitor and control critical parameters like weights, flows, volumes, temperatures, pressure, and pH.
- Identify and report issues related to manufacturing performance, process, and safety to the team lead.
- Assist in investigations of deviations to facilitate continuous process improvement.
- Train junior staff on unit operations (e.g., bioreactors, cell separation, chromatography, tangential flow, CIP/SIP operations) with a focus on safety and timely completion.
- Collaborate within the team and department to follow best practices and meet goals.
- Report issues to the manager to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and support continuous improvement.
Skills:
- Experience with established GMP procedures and bulk manufacturing (preferred).
- Technical knowledge of manufacturing systems, methods, and procedures.
- Understanding of purification/cell culture processes.
- Effective troubleshooting skills for equipment and process issues.
Education:
- Preferred: Associate's degree with 1 year of closely related technical experience, ideally in a pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing environment.
Pay Rate Range: $20-24/hr depending on experience
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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