Manufacturing Associate: Gene Synthesis & Kitting

Twist Bioscience; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Twist Bioscience in Wilsonville, OR is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to produce DNA and plasmid products in a fast-paced, high-throughput lab. You will follow SOPs, operate Hamilton Star liquid handlers and other analytical equipment, and maintain accurate batch records daily.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work in a cleanroom environment while adhering to GMP/ISO practices. Associates or Bachelor’s in biology or chemistry are desirable.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Biology, chemistry or related field is desirable.
• Relevant experience in a high-throughput laboratory manufacturing environment is helpful.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are critical.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high quality custom products in a high throughput MFG lab according to established SOPs.
• Operate laboratory equipment and liquid handling robots such as Hamilton Stars, bioanalyzers, centrifuges, sealers, thermocyclers, spectrometers, Illumina Next-Gen sequencers etc.
• Maintain thorough, accurate and detailed documentation of all work performed using existing document templates and software applications.
• Update and write work instructions and documentation.
• Work independently and in a safe manner.
• Pay great attention to details and perform consistent work without excessive supervision.
• Help Leads and Supervisors with troubleshooting and the handling of process deviations.
• Package and/or organize products for shipping.
• Work according to Good Manufacturing and ISO practices. Learn, adopt and promote lean manufacturing concepts.
• Complete all the daily assigned tasks to keep the manufacturing schedule on track and report back to Lead and Supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Computer skills

PCR/biotech techniques

Education

Biology or Chemistry degree

Tools

Hamilton Stars

Bioanalyzers

Centrifuges

Thermocyclers

Illumina sequencers

Job description

Twist Bioscience in Wilsonville, OR is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to produce DNA and plasmid products in a fast-paced, high-throughput lab. You will follow SOPs, operate Hamilton Star liquid handlers and other analytical equipment, and maintain accurate batch records daily.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work in a cleanroom environment while adhering to GMP/ISO practices. Associates or Bachelor’s in biology or chemistry are desirable.