Scientist
6 months contract
Union City, CA 94587
PR- $31.90-$33.00 depending on experience ($29.00-$30.00 base pay + 10% shift premium)
Monday-Friday, 1:00-9:30PM
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follow and maintain bulk reagent formulation procedures used in reagent manufacturing
- Working knowledge of basic laboratory techniques for application in all aspects of Reagent Bead production.
- Cross train in dispensing, aliquoting, and moisture analysis.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of procedures used in Reagent Bead manufacturing.
- Perform routine calibration and maintenance of Lab equipment used in Reagent Manufacturing.
- Maintain work area in compliance with GLP and cGMP requirements.
- Perform and participate in routine Quality Assurance (QA) and safety walks; document observations and support the timely completion of corrective actions.
- Follow Client Safety Practices.
- Support company goals and objectives, policies, and standard operating procedures.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and up-to-date laboratory logs and operational binders, including formulation, dispensing, aliquoting, and moisture analysis data, in compliance with GDP requirements.
- Write batch notes and use TrackWise to document, track, and ensure the timely closure of NCRs.
- Perform daily SAP transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Review batch record, laboratory logs and operational binders for completeness and accuracy, and complete assigned reviews within required timeframe.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, tier-board activities and Gemba Walks.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- AA/BS Degree (science background preferred) and/or 0-3+ year experience in Reagent Manufacturing
- Experience with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and Power point)
TECHNICAL SKILLS and COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Solid technical, scientific and laboratory skills
- Experience with formulation of bulk reagents using basic laboratory techniques and equipment
- Thorough understanding of laboratory safety protocols, cGMP, GLP and GDP requirements.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
- Proficient in desktop software applications such as Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel.
- Ability to perform SAP operations
- Ability to use TrackWise and ARIBA
- Solid collaboration and team skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work independently.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Union City, CA site-based position.
- Be able to lift 20 lbs. liquid nitrogen dewar.