Scientist II — Fill/Finish Automation & GMP Lab

Planet Pharma; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma is seeking a candidate to support manufacturing and lab operations for automated fill/finish equipment used in prefilled syringe production in Irvine, CA. The role emphasizes quality, compliance, and teamwork.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in engineering or pharmaceutical sciences, lab experience with automated equipment, and strong problem-solving abilities. Excellent documentation and communication skills are required to thrive in a regulated setting.

Qualifications

• Laboratory skills and experience with automated equipment.
• Scientific problem solving, experimental design, and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand, set up, and operate automated fill/finish equipment for prefilled syringe production.
• Set up and perform routine laboratory and manufacturing processes with minimal supervision.
• Work with vessels, filters, tanks, and related utilities and connections.
• Accurately document activities and results in electronic systems per GLP/GMP.
• Draft clear technical documents as needed.
• Communicate clearly and work well in a team while upholding quality requirements.
• Utilize MS Office tools to support documentation and reporting tasks.

Skills

Laboratory skills with automation

Problem solving & experimental design

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science

Job description

Planet Pharma is seeking a candidate to support manufacturing and lab operations for automated fill/finish equipment used in prefilled syringe production in Irvine, CA. The role emphasizes quality, compliance, and teamwork.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in engineering or pharmaceutical sciences, lab experience with automated equipment, and strong problem-solving abilities. Excellent documentation and communication skills are required to thrive in a regulated setting.