Manufacturing Technician II/III

ZipRecruiter; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in San Diego is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting in daily reagent manufacturing activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and experience with chemical and biological materials. You'll work closely with a collaborative team, performing tasks such as reagent filling, documentation, and inventory management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative products in the life sciences sector while adhering to the highest quality standards.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Stock options plan

Vision insurance

Training & development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in reagent manufacturing or 3+ years with an Associate's degree.
• Strong knowledge of safety practices and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and records for production, ensuring quality.
• Perform manual and semi-automated operations for reagent filling and assembly.
• Maintain detailed manufacturing records and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Reagent manufacturing techniques

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Experience with chemical handling

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Pipetting tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Stock options plan
• Vision insurance
• Training & development

Company Overview:
Create Biosciences is a dynamic Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) based in San Diego, CA that specializes in innovative products across the molecular diagnostics and life sciences industries. From first articles to scaled manufacturing, our approach and dedication to excellence enable our clients to deliver their products efficiently and effectively throughout the products lifecycle. We are proud to be ISO 13485:2016 certified, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards of quality management for molecular diagnostics and related services.

Website: createbiosciences.com

Job Summary:
The Manufacturing Technician will assist in daily reagent manufacturing activities, including operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment. This role also ensures compliance with safety, quality, and productivity standards. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, direct experience with reagent manufacturing, experience with chemical and biological materials, technical knowledge of reagent manufacturing equipment, experience in ISO 13485 compliant processes, experience with materials management, and the ability to follow procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work Order Preparation: Prepare materials and records for production, verifying the quality of materials used for manufacturing.
• Reagent Filling: Perform manual and semi-automated operations for labeling, pipetting, and capping/sealing across tubes, bottles, and other containers for extended periods of time.
• Assembly: Perform manual and semi-automated assembly operations for extended periods of time.
• Documentation: Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions. Maintain detailed and organized manufacturing records, including logs and batch records per GDP guidelines.
• Safety Compliance: Work safely with chemicals. Follow strict safety protocols to handle hazardous materials and ensure safety standards are met.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and order manufacturing materials when needed.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other manufacturing staff, technical support, and management to ensure smooth operations.
• Other Responsibilities: Support material handling activities as well as other duties determined by management. Perform more advanced tasks such as product testing, data analysis, and identifying inefficiencies in processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma with a minimum of 5 years of experience manufacturing life sciences or molecular diagnostics reagents or
  • Associates degree in a scientific discipline with a minimum of 3 years of experience manufacturing life sciences or molecular diagnostics reagents.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of reagent manufacturing techniques, tools, and procedures including manual pipetting, repeater pipetting, mixing, and weighing.
  • Experience with chemical and biological material handling and safety practices.
  • Proficient with volumetric and gravimetric measurements.
  • Basic computer skills for data entry, reporting, and file management.
  • Experience operating complex equipment, including filling automation, is a plus.
  • Experience with product testing, data analysis, or process improvements is a plus.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in following written protocols, recording results, and performing repetitive tasks accurately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills for reporting and documenting production activities.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to work independently and mentor junior technicians.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and handle laboratory equipment and supplies (up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to stand, bend, and reach for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Manual dexterity and ability to work with small tools and parts.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable laws.