Technologist - Scientific Ops

Katalyst CRO; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO is seeking a dedicated production operator to manufacture and assemble clinical and commercial products. You will operate production equipment, weigh materials, and assist with testing to ensure batch specifications are met.

The role emphasizes GMP compliance, proper waste handling, and adherence to safety and housekeeping policies. Naval a strong team player with meticulous attention to detail is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school with technical certification in laboratory operations or higher.
• AS degree with 2-3 years laboratory experience, or BS with 1-2 years.
• Proficiency in English reading/writing and basic arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble clinical and commercial products; operate production equipment.
• Weigh, measure and check raw materials for correct ingredients and quantities.
• Assist with in-process testing to ensure batches meet specifications.
• Validate processes and equipment related to filtration, cleaning and sterilization.
• Remove and dispose of waste chemicals, solvents and acids.
• Create solutions, powders, and liquids to meet specifications.
• Provide training support for onboarding and new procedures.
• Support lead/supervisor as needed.
• Provide continuous improvement recommendations to improve operational efficiency.
• Follow GMP procedures and keep work area clean per housekeeping policies.
• Follow safety policies and work overtime as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Detail orientation

Time management

MS Excel

Education

High school with technical certification in laboratory operations

AS degree in a scientific discipline

BS degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for manufacturing and assembling clinical and commercial products. Operates production equipment. Weighs, measures and checks raw materials to ensure batches manufactured contain proper ingredients and quantities. Assists with in-process testing to ensure batches meet specifications. Responsible for validating processes and equipment that are directly related to filtration, cleaning and sterilization. Responsible for the removal and disposal of waste chemicals, solvents and acids. Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves complex issues associated with scientific operations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for manufacturing and assembling clinical and commercial products. Operates production equipment.
• Weighs, measures and checks raw materials to ensure batches manufactured contain proper ingredients and quantities.
• Assists with in-process testing to ensure batches meet specifications.
• Responsible for validating processes and equipment that are directly related to filtration, cleaning and sterilization.
• Responsible for the removal and disposal of waste chemicals, solvents and acids.
• Creates solutions, powders, and liquids for batches to meet specifications.
• Provides training support for on-boarding and/or new procedures.
• Provides support to the lead/supervisor when necessary.
• Provides continuous improvement recommendations and/or solutions to support overall operational efficiency.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Must follow all Client housekeeping policies and procedures.
• Must follow all Client safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet Client business requirements.

Requirements

• High school with technical certification in the area of laboratory operations plus 3 years laboratory experience, AS degree in a scientific discipline with 2-3 years laboratory experience, or BS degree in a scientific discipline plus 1-2 years laboratory experience.
• Ability to demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Strong time management skills required.
• Ability to operate independently.
• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic.
• Proficiency in MS Excel is required.