Manufacturing Technician I, Upstream

FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas is seeking a passionate Manufacturing Technician I to engage with advanced manufacturing technologies in a state-of-the-art facility. The role entails working on upstream and downstream processes, ensuring quality in biotechnology solutions that contribute to health advancements. Ideal candidates hold a degree in a relevant field or have related experience, showcasing effective communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred; or High School Diploma/GED with 1 year experience.
• Experience in a GMP environment preferred.
• Biotechnology Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with bioreactors and fermentation vessels for upstream processes.
• Monitor and sample cultures, manage bioreactors and downstream filtration.
• Perform buffer preparation, including testing and integrity checks.

Skills

Good oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Computer skills

Education

Associates degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related field

High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of work experience

Job description

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The Manufacturing Technician I works directly with a range of technologies. Dependent upon assignment, the range of technologies may include any of the following:

Company Overview

The work we do at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas has never been more important—and we are looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives.

From developing the next vaccine to advancing cell and gene therapies, we collaborate with industry leaders to tackle complex challenges and deliver meaningful solutions.

If you’re ready to help transform the future of medicine, join FUJIFILM Biotechnologies. We offer a flexible work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive—what we call Genki.

Our state-of-the-art biomanufacturing facility is located in in College Station, Texas, which combines a small-town feel with vibrant culture, top-notch schools, and close proximity to big city life. Nestled between major hubs, it’s a dynamic location that blends convenience with innovation.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Upstream Unit:

• Single-Use Cell Culture Vessels/Bioreactors up to 2000L
• Bacterial Fermentation Culture Vessels up to 2000L
• Alpha Wasserman Continuous Flow Centrifuges
• Disposable Magnetic Mixing Bags and Totes
• Cell Expansion and Propagation
• Banking/Cryopreservation of Cell Lines and Viruses
• Hyperstack, Cellstack, and other Adherent Cell Technologies
• Plate counting, microscopic examination
• Monitor cultures, take samples, turn-around of bioreactor and fermenters, sterilization, and inoculation
  
  

Downstream Unit:

• Medium to Large-scale filtration systems including Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF), Hollow Fiber Tangential Flow Filtration (HFTFF), Nanofiltration and depth filtration
• Medium to Large-scale Chromatographic systems (ÄKTA).
• Pre-Packed Columns from 1L to 100L
• Single use mixing systems (Pall & GE)
• Single Use connectivity types such as GE DAC and Colder AseptiQuik
• Bulk filling
• Aseptic process simulation and drug product filling
• Plate counting, microscopic examination
• Monitor cultures, take samples, turn-around of bioreactor and fermenters, sterilization, and inoculation
  
  

Buffer Preparation Unit:

• Preparation of medium from stock raw materials including the compounding, mixing, testing and filtration for further process needs
• Preparation of buffers from stock raw materials including the compounding, mixing, testing and filtration for further process needs
• Weighing of raw materials per batch record specifications and assignment of appropriate expiry per procedures
• Integrity testing of filters
• Preparation of medium from stock raw materials including the compounding, mixing, testing and filtration for further process needs
• Preparation of buffers from stock raw materials including the compounding, mixing, testing and filtration for further process needs
• Weighing of raw materials per batch record specifications and assignment of appropriate expiry per procedures
• Integrity testing of filters
  
  

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Good oral and written communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Good self-discipline and attention to detail.
• Must have flexible work hours – must be willing to work outside of normal scheduled hours as necessary including opportunities for overtime.
• Good math and computer skills.
• Must possess good planning and time-management skills and be willing and able to interface with colleagues in various roles and functions throughout the manufacturing facilities.
  
  

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Experience prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching above shoulders and stretching.
• Use of hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate in a laboratory and/or manufacturing environment.
• Lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Attendance is mandatory.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates degree preferably in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or other related field; OR
• High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of work experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a GMP environment
• Biotechnology Certificate
  
  

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([e-mail] or [phone]).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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