Production Technician

Biolog; Morgan Hill (CA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

Dental and vision

Disability insurance

PTO & sick leave

13 holidays

401(k) matching

Stock options

Job summary

Biolog is seeking a Production Technician in Morgan Hill, CA to support the pouring, inspection, and packaging of PRAS culture media. This role emphasizes sterile technique and precise handling to meet customer specifications and daily production goals.

On-the-job training is provided for specific manufacturing processes. Schedule: 4/10; Salary: $24.00–$26.00/hour with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and PTO.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic chemistry and math for media preparation.
• Ability to operate production equipment used for pouring and packaging culture media.
• Understanding of sterile technique and contamination prevention practices.
• Ability to follow multi-step manufacturing procedures with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Pour, inspect, and package prepared culture media in a sterile, accurate, and timely manner.
• Print and apply product labels for tubes and packaged materials.
• Operate production equipment including autoclaves, heat sealers, sensor/controllers, tube pouring machines, gas tank regulators, cap robots, automated pouring lines, boilers, packaging automation systems, and printers.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance of production equipment.
• Use sterile technique to prevent contamination and ensure product integrity.
• Clean and disinfect production chambers before and after use.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant production workspace.
• Support additional duties such as shipping activities as assigned.

Skills

Sterile technique

Equipment operation

Quality control

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclaves

Heat sealers

Tube pouring machines

Packaging automation systems

Printers

Job description

Description

Join a company transforming how the world understands microbes.

Biolog is a global innovator in microbial identification, phenotypic cell profiling, and metabolic fingerprinting, fueling faster and smarter breakthroughs across biotech, pharma, food safety, and more. With three specialized sites across California and Delaware, we deliver both cutting-edge instrumentation and comprehensive microbiology testing, including rapid foodborne pathogen detection, phenotypic characterization, and advanced multiomic microbial identification.

Why Biolog?

We are driven by the impact our technology makes in clinical microbiology, diagnostics, infectious disease research, and laboratory innovation. If you’re motivated by science-driven selling, building long-term partnerships, and helping hospitals and diagnostic labs deliver better outcomes, you belong on our team.

The Role

Biolog is seeking a Production Technician to support the pouring, inspection, and packaging of pre-reduced anaerobically sterilized (PRAS) culture media including tubes and plates. This role ensures products meet customer specifications while supporting daily production goals.

The Production Technician is also responsible for maintaining cleanliness and performing routine maintenance of equipment within the production area. On-the-job training is provided for specific manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Where You Make a Difference

• Pour, inspect, and package prepared culture media in a sterile, accurate, and timely manner
• Print and apply product labels for tubes and packaged materials
• Operate production equipment including autoclaves, heat sealers, sensor/controllers, tube pouring machines, gas tank regulators, cap robots, automated pouring lines, boilers, packaging automation systems, and printers
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance of production equipment
• Use sterile technique to prevent contamination and ensure product integrity
• Clean and disinfect production chambers before and after use
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant production workspace
• Support additional duties such as shipping activities as assigned

What You Bring

• Knowledge of basic chemistry and math skills needed to measure and prepare media
• Ability to operate production equipment used for pouring and packaging culture media
• Understanding of sterile technique and contamination prevention practices
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step manufacturing procedures accurately
• Ability to organize work efficiently and meet production timelines
• Sound judgment and ability to troubleshoot minor issues, escalating complex problems to the Production Manager
• Strong communication skills and professionalism when working with supervisors, coworkers, and management
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and manufacturing standards such as ISO and GMP is a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical coverage with 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and 75% for dependents, plus dental and vision included
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible paid time off and paid sick leave
• 13 paid holidays
• 401(k), with a company match
• Stock options

Schedule: 4/10 work schedule

Annual Salary: $24.00-$26.00/hour