Entry-Level Reagent Bead Technician – 1st Shift

Aequor; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor is seeking a Reagent Manufacturing Associate for the 1st shift (5:30am-2:00pm). This role involves sorting, aliquoting, labware cleaning, and packing reagent beads produced by the freeze-drier. You will work to maintain GLP and cGMP compliance, follow safety practices, and support SOPs.

The candidate should be detail-oriented, communicate well, and be able to keep up with production flow. Some experience with Excel and general lab skills are beneficial.

Qualifications

• Entry-level manufacturing experience acceptable; 0–2+ years in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment or medical device company is a plus.
• Be able to lift 20 lbs and work with PPE.

Responsibilities

• Sort, aliquot, and clean labware as part of entry level operations.
• Inspect small beads for quality and pack beads after freeze-drying.
• Maintain GLP and cGMP-compliant workspace and logbooks.
• Follow safety practices and SOPs; provide feedback on issues.

Skills

Lab techniques

Procedures development support

Training new hires

Production flow awareness

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Technical skills

Excel

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory equipment basics

Job description

Aequor is seeking a Reagent Manufacturing Associate for the 1st shift (5:30am-2:00pm). This role involves sorting, aliquoting, labware cleaning, and packing reagent beads produced by the freeze-drier. You will work to maintain GLP and cGMP compliance, follow safety practices, and support SOPs.

The candidate should be detail-oriented, communicate well, and be able to keep up with production flow. Some experience with Excel and general lab skills are beneficial.