Production Specialist - CGT

Discovery Life Sciences; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a Production Specialist to join their Quincy, MA team. This part-time role involves processing human primary cell products, performing quality control, and managing logistics. Ideal candidates will have laboratory experience and strong teamwork skills, contributing to impactful operations in a dynamic lab environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of paid working laboratory experience performing aseptic technique.
• 1 year of experience in logistics and/or material management.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Process bulk human tissues using aseptic technique in a Biosafety Cabinet.
• Perform quality control testing of produced products.
• Manage Work Orders and maintain consumable inventory.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or other Life Science

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Quincy MA
1250 Hancock Street
Suite 120S
Quincy, MA 02169, USA

Discovery Life Sciences (Discovery) is a leading provider of highly characterized human biospecimens and cellular starting materials to advance cell and gene therapy and precision medicine programs for cancer, infectious disease, and other complex conditions. We routinely manage hundreds of studies and expertly test thousands of biospecimens simultaneously. Leading biopharma, diagnostic and academic institutions trust us to quickly deliver high-quality biospecimens and reliable, reproducible biomarker data, so they can outpace their competition and push the leading edge of innovation using our Science at your Service TM business model.

Position Summary:

Are you passionate about life sciences and looking to make an impact? Join our team as a Production Specialist and play a key role in the processing, testing, and logistics of human primary cell products. This is your chance to work in a dynamic lab environment where your skills and contributions will directly impact the success of our operations.

A Day in the Life of a Production Specialist at Discovery Life Sciences:

• Complete work orders.
• Cycle count consumable inventory and make orders.
• Package and send off controlled temperature packages.
• Perform quality control testing.

Must-Have Qualifications (Education, Skills, Experience):

Must Have:

• 2 years of paid working laboratory experience performing aseptic technique for activities defined by written SOPs
• 1 year of experience in logistics and/or material management
• Excellent time management, punctuality, and reliability
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills

Nice-To-Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or other Life Science
• Ability to work independently to achieve daily workload completion with limited/remotesupervision
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in different functional areas
• Agility in learning electronic systems and applying complex workflows to perform multiple tasks. Able to read, interpret, and communicate detailed procedures
• Experience in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment (including but not limited to automated cell counters, scales, biosafety cabinets, micropipettes, vortexer)
• Ability to travel domestically for up to two weeks for training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize aseptic technique in a Biosafety Cabinet to process bulk human tissues per established SOPs
• Perform quality control (cell counting and viability testing) of produced products and evaluate tested parameters against specifications to determine release for shipment
• Manage and execute Work Orders, Assembly Builds, Material Transfers, and Fulfillment tasks, including data recording and troubleshooting within Netsuite ERP
• Maintain consumable inventory (ordering, cycle counting, inventory adjustments in NetSuite, receiving, put away)
• Manage General Lab, Facility, and Equipment Maintenance (Equipment PMs, Calibrations, repairs, etc.)
• Perform controlled temperature packaging and logistics activities (scheduling, system entry, labeling) for Commercial (FedEx) and local couriers
• Handle customer service and vendor management
• Handle biological waste disposal
• Perform other duties as assigned, which may be unrelated to the position described here

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer competitive total compensation packages, with an hourly wage ranging from $22 to $25, depending on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Location and work hours:

• On-site in Quincy, MA
• Part-time: Tuesdays required, at least 15 hours per week

We seek motivated, dedicated individuals to join our organization, offering opportunities for professional growth and success.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All applicants will be notified of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. Please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.