Production Associate

10x Genomics, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

10x Genomics, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Support role focused on kitting and packaging of consumables in a fast-paced production environment.

You will work with manufacturing engineering on maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment while adhering to SOPs and ERP-driven workflows. The position requires basic manufacturing workflow understanding, strong attention to detail, and good communication in a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or Associate Degree or higher is required.
• Strong teamwork and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle or SAP) and inventory/work orders.
• Ability to read SOPs and equipment manuals.
• Data entry skills with Excel.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines under supervision.
• Lift up to 30 lb and perform repetitive tasks; occasional overtime.
• Interest in growing with a fast-paced life sciences manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute production operations according to defined procedures and ensure product quality.
• Operate and maintain laboratory to clean room standards for Life Science product production.
• Process work orders accurately using an ERP system in a timely manner.
• Maintain production batch records and good documentation.
• Assist in bonding and coating 10x chips using automated or semi-automated equipment.
• Assemble chips into final packaging format using semi-automated equipment.
• Package 10x consumables into finished goods manually and with semi-automated packaging equipment.
• Set up and operate scientific and packaging equipment and perform simple troubleshooting.
• Perform preventive maintenance on lab equipment.
• Provide feedback to improve process quality and efficiency.

Skills

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Good communication

Excel data-entry

Multi-tasking

Lift up to 30 lb

Education

High school education

Associate Degree or above

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

About the role:

10x Genomics is looking for an outstanding individual to join its manufacturing team. In this role, the individual will be responsible for 10x consumable kitting. This individual will also work with the manufacturing engineering team on the maintenance and simple troubleshooting of some of the manufacturing equipment. This position may require extended periods of sitting or standing and extensive work using laboratory and packaging equipment.

This will be a non-exempt position in the 10x manufacturing team. Individuals applying to this position should have a basic understanding of industry manufacturing workflow and ERP system. This individual must be a self-starter, quick learner and detail oriented, work well in a team atmosphere, have good communication skills, ability to adapt and thrive in working in a fast-paced environment.

What you will be doing:

• Execute production operations according to defined procedures and ensure the integrity and quality of our products
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory to clean room standards required in the production of Life Science products
• Process work orders accurately using an ERP system in a timely manner
• Maintenance of production batch records and good documentation skills required
• Assist in bonding and coating 10x chips using automated or semi-automated equipment
• Assemble chips into final packaging format using semi-automated equipment
• Package 10x consumables into finished goods both manually and using semi-automated packaging equipment
• Ability to set up and operate scientific and packaging equipment and handle simple troubleshooting
• Perform preventive maintenance on some lab equipment
• Provide feedback to improve process quality and efficiency

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school education / Associate Degree or above
• Strong team player and detail oriented
• Good communication skills
• Relevant experience in a production environment working with standard production control tools – ERP (Oracle or SAP), inventory control, and work orders
• Ability to read and understand SOPs and equipment user manual
• Ability to enter data into electronic tracking systems like Excel
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work load to meet strict deadlines under supervision
• Desire to be part of a rapidly evolving organization and taking products and processes to the next level
• Lift up to 30lb, perform repetitive tasks, and extended period of sitting or standing
• Occasional overtime required

Preferred skills and experience:

• Experience in automation and packaging of Life Science products, Food Packaging products or related field preferred

Below is the base pay range for this full-time position. The actual base pay will depend on several factors unique to each candidate, including one’s skills, qualifications, and experience. At 10x, base pay is also just one component of the Company’s total compensation package. This role is also eligible for 10x’s equity grants, its comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs, and its annual bonus program or sales incentive program. During the hiring process, your 10x recruiter can share more about the Company’s total compensation package.

Our teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference.

Individuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.