Reagent Manufacturing Technician

ACTalent; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Reagent Manufacturing Technician I in San Diego, onsite. The role executes hands-on formulation, filling, packaging, and QC in a fast-paced life science manufacturing setting, following batch records and SOPs, while coordinating with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing staff to meet production goals.

The position involves preparing buffers up to 50 L, supporting kit and consumable filling, and improving batch records and SOPs for robustness and clarity.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with reagent or buffer preparation in biochemistry/chemistry.
• Experience with SOPs, batch records and work instructions.
• Proficiency with standard lab equipment (pH meters, conductivity meters, UV-Vis spectrophotometers).
• Ability to follow written instructions and document accurately.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in teams.
• Strong organization and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication; proficient with Excel and Confluence.

Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing tasks for reagents and buffers per batch records and SOPs.
• Prepare buffer formulations up to 50 L with accuracy.
• Support filling and lead production line when needed.
• Troubleshoot formulations, filling, packaging, and analytical issues.
• Conduct QC procedures and verify product specs for consumables.
• Collect, record, and analyze data from manufacturing and QC activities.
• Process work orders to completion and transfer finished products to inventory.
• Help update batch records, SOPs, and work instructions for robustness.

Skills

Biochemistry

SOPs BRs WIs

Lab equipment

Documentation

Excel

Education

B.S. in Life Sciences

Tools

UV-Vis spectrophotometer

pH meters

Conductivity meters

Job description

Job Title: Reagent Manufacturing Technician I

Job Description

The Reagent Manufacturing Technician I supports the production of reagents and buffers by performing hands-on formulation, filling, packaging, and quality control activities in a fast-paced life science manufacturing environment. This role follows and improves batch records and standard operating procedures, maintains accurate inventory, and collaborates closely with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing personnel to meet production and process improvement goals.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned manufacturing tasks for reagents and buffers according to batch records and standard operating procedures.
• Prepare and execute simple buffer formulations up to 50 liters, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Support filling activities for consumable products, including fill support and kit support, and lead a production line when required.
• Troubleshoot issues related to formulations, filling processes, packaging, and analytical techniques, escalating as appropriate.
• Conduct quality control procedures for consumables, including testing and verification of product specifications.
• Collect, record, and analyze data from manufacturing and quality control activities using appropriate tools and software.
• Process work orders to completion, ensuring finished products are accurately transferred to inventory.
• Execute, review, and help improve batch records, standard operating procedures, and work instructions to enhance process robustness and clarity.
• Identify gaps and weaknesses in SOPs, formulations, and documentation for finished goods and component materials and recommend improvements.
• Maintain accurate inventory of materials through regular cycle counts, ordering, and receipt of raw materials and components.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with rapidly shifting priorities while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.
• Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing personnel to support research and development and process improvement activities.
• Use standard laboratory equipment such as pH meters, conductivity meters, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, and other general lab instruments in daily work.
• Contribute to the development and updating of bills of materials (BOMs) as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support overall production goals.

Essential Skills

• Experience in biochemistry or chemistry with hands-on experience in reagent or buffer preparation.
• Experience working with standard operating procedures (SOPs), batch records (BRs), and work instructions (WIs).
• Proficiency using standard laboratory equipment, including pH meters, conductivity meters, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, and other general lab instruments.
• General laboratory skills applicable to formulation, filling, and quality control activities.
• Ability to follow detailed written instructions and accurately complete documentation.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in team environments.
• High level of organization and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Detail-oriented approach with strong analytical skills for data interpretation and problem-solving.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency with Excel, Word, Confluence, and web-based or similar programs.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, or a related life science discipline is preferred.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in consumable manufacturing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with formulation, fill, packaging, and chromatography in a laboratory or manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Experience with developing and updating bills of materials (BOMs) is preferred.
• Troubleshooting experience in formulations, filling processes, packaging, or analytical techniques is preferred.
• Familiarity with reagent manufacturing, buffer preparation, and quality control workflows.
• Comfort working with UV-Vis and other analytical techniques used in biochemistry and chemistry.
• Ability to lead a production line for kit support when needed.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

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

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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