BioReagents Formulator - B Shift

bioMerieux Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Wellness Programs

Commuter Benefits

Parental leaves

Job summary

BioMerieux Inc. seeks a BioReagents Formulator I to manufacture and formulate BioReagents products, including FilmArray, and to prepare reagents and sub-assemblies with precision.

The role emphasizes following procedures, adhering to GMP standards, and maintaining a clean work environment while collaborating with the Formulation Team Lead and Reagent Production Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of laboratory, manufacturing, or scientific experience.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in biological sciences.
• cGMP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform work in compliance with quality system and procedures.
• Maintain records per regulatory requirements and SOPs.
• Operate production equipment and in-process instrumentation.
• Formulate wet and freeze-dried reagents and sub-assemblies.
• Keep formulation labs clean and organized.
• Assist with in-process testing to ensure batches meet specifications.
• Report to Formulation Team Lead and Production Supervisor.

Skills

Detail orientation

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Pipetting / liquid handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences (preferred)

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

B Shift: (3/4 X 12) W/Th-Sat Day

The BioReagents Formulator I is responsible for:

• Efficiently, accurately, and safely manufacturing BioReagents products and sub-assemblies, including FilmArray.
• Weighing, measuring, and checking raw materials to ensure that manufactured products contain the proper reagents and qualities.
• Operating manufacturing equipment and in-process instrumentation to manufacture regulated products in accordance to QSRs, company policy, and safety regulations.
• Completing assignments that are routine in nature and recognizing deviation from accepted practice.

This position requires organization, attention to detail, the ability to follow written directions, and fine motor dexterity. Familiarity with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures is required. The BioReagents Formulator I works under the immediate direction of the Formulator Team Lead and reports to the Reagent Production Supervisor. The BioReagents Formulator I is expected to perform routine tasks with instruction and guidance from the Lead or Supervisor.

Primary Duties

1. Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of BioFire Diagnostics' Quality System.
2. Maintains records in compliance with regulatory requirements, current Good Manufacturing Practices, and Standard Operating Procedures.
3. Relies on pre-established written guidelines to perform job functions.
4. Operates Production Equipment.
5. Responsible for wet and freeze-dried reagent formulations, sub-assemblies, and finished goods.
6. Responsible for maintaining a clean environment of formulation labs and associated spaces.
7. May assist with in-process testing to assure batches or lots meet specifications.
8. Performs additional tasks as assigned by management.
9. Works under immediate supervision of the BFDX Formulation Team Lead and reports to the BFDX Reagent Production Supervisor.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.
11. Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.

Required Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

• Minimum of one (1) year of laboratory, manufacturing, or scientific experience involving activities such as preparing solutions or reagents, operating laboratory equipment, performing measurements or calculations, following written procedures, documenting work, or handling laboratory materials.

Preferred Education, Training and Experience

• Preferred- Bachelor's degree/4 year program with an emphasis on a biological science.
• Scientific/laboratory experience.
• cGMP experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMerieux promotes.
• Ability to cooperate with others at all levels including leadership.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Organizing work and resources efficiently to ensure smooth operations.
• Detail orientation to complete tasks without errors and produce high-quality work.
• Fosters a culture of inclusiveness among all team members.
• Skilled in MS Office tools to include but not limited to Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Basic: demonstrates fundamental awareness and can perform routine tasks with guidance.
• Preferred - Experience pipetting/liquid handling, technical writing/reviewing, detail-oriented work. Software (Word, Excel, Web browser).

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Decisions with short-term impact: Operational or tactical choices affecting immediate outcomes and dailiy team performance.
  • With supervisory review/approval required
• Decisions with long-term impact: Strategic choices influencing future direction, sustainability, and alignment with bioMerieux's mission.
  • With supervisory review/approval required

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods. Yes
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and the like. No
• Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day. Yes
• Ability to operate heavy machinery. No
• Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions. Yes
• Domestic travel required: 0%
• International travel required: 0%
• Total travel: 0%

The estimated wage range for this role based in Utah is between $20.00- 28.00. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux's bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate's experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.

In addition, bioMerieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include:

• * A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• * Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• * Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• * Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• * Adoption Assistance
• * Wellness Programs
• * Employee Assistance Program
• * Commuter Benefits
• * Various voluntary benefit offerings
• * Discount programs
• * Parental leaves

BioMerieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Please be advised that the receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant's identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, the retraction of an offer, or if already hired, dismissal. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation in BioMerieux's or its affiliates' application process by contacting us via telephone at [phone], by email at [emailprotected], or by dialing 711 for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS).