Reagent Manufacturing Associate

ACTalent; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ACTalent is seeking a Reagent Manufacturing Associate to join a hands-on production team in San Diego, focusing on preparing, formulating, testing, filling, and packaging chemical and biological reagents. This role thrives in a regulated manufacturing environment and emphasizes accuracy and quality in every step.

The candidate will prepare solutions, operate equipment, maintain production documentation, and follow detailed procedures to ensure high-quality reagents for biotechnological

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline.
• 2+ years in reagent manufacturing, lab operations, formulation, production, or related biotech environment.
• Hands-on experience preparing buffers, solutions, reagents, media, or other lab formulations.
• Working knowledge of concentrations, dilutions, molarity calculations, and pH adjustment.
• Experience with standard lab equipment such as pipettes, balances, pH meters, mixers, and centrifuges.
• Experience in GMP/GLP/ISO 13485/FDA-regulated or other quality-controlled environments.
• Strong documentation skills and ability to follow procedures and complete records.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication.
• Ability to perform repetitive lab tasks with accuracy and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, formulate, and manufacture chemical, biological, and diagnostic reagents according to procedures and specifications.
• Accurately weigh, measure, mix, dilute, and dispense raw materials.
• Perform reagent filling, labeling, packaging, and kit assembly activities.
• Conduct in-process quality checks including pH, concentration, conductivity, and visual inspections.
• Operate laboratory equipment including balances, pipettes, pH meters, mixers, centrifuges.
• Complete batch records, formulation records, inventory transactions, and production documentation.
• Follow SOPs, safety procedures, and quality system requirements.
• Identify and document deviations, process issues, and nonconforming results.
• Support molecular biology manufacturing and testing activities as needed.
• Assist with process improvements, formulation optimization, and scale-up efforts.
• Perform equipment cleaning, maintenance, calibration, and qualification activities.
• Monitor raw material inventory levels and communicate production needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, compliant lab environment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, R&D, and Engineering teams.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Reagent manufacturing

GMP/GLP compliance

Documentation

Pipettes & lab equipment

Biology/Chemistry knowledge

Attention to detail

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Biochemistry/Cood Chemistry or related field

Tools

Pipettes

Balances

pH meters

Centrifuges

Job description

Reagent Manufacturing Associate

About the Company

Our client is a rapidly growing biotechnology CDMO supporting life science, molecular diagnostics, and genomics companies worldwide. Their team develops and manufactures high-quality reagents, consumables, molecular biology products, and assay components used in cutting-edge diagnostic and biotechnology applications.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Reagent Manufacturing Associate to join a hands‑on production team responsible for preparing, formulating, testing, filling, and packaging chemical and biological reagents. This role is ideal for someone with laboratory manufacturing experience who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, regulated environment and takes pride in producing high‑quality products with accuracy and consistency.

The successful candidate will have experience preparing solutions and buffers, operating laboratory equipment, maintaining production documentation, and following detailed procedures within a quality‑driven manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, formulate, and manufacture chemical, biological, and diagnostic reagents according to approved procedures and specifications
• Accurately weigh, measure, mix, dilute, and dispense raw materials
• Perform reagent filling, labeling, packaging, and kit assembly activities
• Conduct in-process quality checks including pH, concentration, conductivity, and visual inspections
• Operate laboratory equipment including balances, pipettes, pH meters, mixers, centrifuges, and related instrumentation
• Complete batch records, formulation records, inventory transactions, and production documentation with accuracy and attention to detail
• Follow established SOPs, safety procedures, and quality system requirements
• Identify and document deviations, process issues, and nonconforming results
• Support molecular biology manufacturing and testing activities as needed
• Assist with process improvements, formulation optimization, and manufacturing scale‑up efforts
• Perform equipment cleaning, maintenance, calibration, and qualification activities
• Monitor raw material inventory levels and communicate production needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory manufacturing environment
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, R&D, and Engineering teams to support production goals

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
• 2+ years of experience in reagent manufacturing, laboratory operations, formulation, production, or a related biotech environment
• Hands‑on experience preparing buffers, solutions, reagents, media, or other laboratory formulations
• Working knowledge of concentrations, dilutions, molarity calculations, and pH adjustment
• Experience using standard laboratory equipment such as pipettes, balances, pH meters, mixers, and centrifuges
• Experience working within GMP, GLP, ISO 13485, FDA‑regulated, or other quality‑controlled environments
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to accurately follow written procedures and complete manufacturing records
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to perform repetitive laboratory tasks while maintaining accuracy and consistency
• Ability to safely handle chemicals, wear required PPE, and lift up to 30 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience manufacturing molecular biology reagents, diagnostic reagents, assay components, or life science consumables
• Experience with reagent filling, packaging, labeling, and kit assembly operations
• Familiarity with manufacturing scale‑up processes and formulation transfer activities
• Experience using ERP, MES, or inventory management systems
• Knowledge of root‑cause investigations, CAPAs, deviation management, or continuous improvement initiatives

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a growing biotechnology organization supporting innovative genomics and diagnostic technologies
• Hands‑on manufacturing role with direct impact on products used across the life sciences industry
• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment with opportunities for growth and cross‑functional exposure
• Work with cutting‑edge molecular biology and diagnostic products in a regulated manufacturing setting

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.