Manufacturing Technician – Albumin Bulk

Planet Pharma; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Los Angeles is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support the production of plasma-derived injectable proteins. You will set up, operate, and clean diverse process equipment used to separate, purify, fill, inspect, and package products in a sterile environment.

This role requires adherence to FDA regulations, detailed documentation, and safe handling of a 24/7 manufacturing setting. Proficiency with MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate’s degree or certification preferred.
• Must be proactive and detail-oriented with good judgment.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with team members at all levels.
• Must read, write, and speak English; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment in a biologics manufacturing environment.
• Follow FDA regulations and strict procedures.
• Document activities thoroughly per regulatory requirements.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment (clean room).
• Clean and prepare facilities and equipment.
• Perform basic process analyses (pH, refractive index, turbidity, conductivity).
• Operate UF units, chromatography columns, CIP/SIP systems, and centrifuges.
• Use touch screen Operator Interface Terminals (OIT).

Skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The manufacturing technician is an integral part of the overall process required to convert human plasma to injectable protein therapies. The technician is responsible for the set-up, operation and cleaning of various types of process equipment utilized to separate, purify, fill, inspect and package the protein products manufactured.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES may include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for equipment setup and operation in a biologics processing environment for plasma derived pharmaceuticals.
• Strict adherence to procedures and practices according to FDA regulations.
• Strong emphasis on documentation according to FDA regulations.
• Adhere to departmental corporate safety policies.
• Responsible for facility and equipment cleaning.
• All work is performed in a clean room (sanitized) manufacturing environment.
• Responsible for basic process analysis such as pH, refractive index, turbidity, and conductivity measurements.
• Operates manufacturing equipment such as ultrafiltration (UF) units, chromatography columns, Clean In Place (CIP) systems, Steam In Place (SIP) systems and centrifuges.
• Utilizes touch screen Operator Interface Terminals (OIT).

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS & EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED required. Associate”s degree, applicable certification, and/or military veterans preferred.
• Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must be flexible with working hours / shifts in order to accommodate the 24 hour, 7 day plant operation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift /move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods – up to four (4) hours at a time.
• Manual dexterity to perform all job functions.
• Ability to gown and work in an aseptic/clean room environment.
• Exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals and biological hazards.

Pay Rate: $24.20/hr