Temporary Manufacturing Associate I, Lab Operations

Maravai LifeSciences; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU grants

Employee stock purchase plan

Comprehensive medical plans

Job summary

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a Temporary Manufacturing Associate I to join the Manufacturing team. The role focuses on formulating reagents, packaging supports, and preparing non-hazardous materials for oligonucleotide synthesis and purification, while working with hazardous materials and following general chemistry techniques.

Responsibilities include warehousing and labeling, inventory maintenance, and basic lab maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Must have good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Must be able to follow written SOPs/WIs and leaders' instructions.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work in a team or individually.
• Must work in a fast-paced environment and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare catalog products using manufacturing instructions, procedures and protocols.
• Packaging, labeling, and storing of product.
• Maintaining inventory of catalog products and raw materials.
• General laboratory and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Good communication skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma

Tools

FileMaker

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Who we are:

Maravai LifeSciences translates extraordinary science into everyday miracles, helping biotech, biopharma, and life sciences companies everywhere deliver novel vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics. We are global leaders in providing products and services within the fields of nucleic acid production and biologics safety testing to many of the world’s leading biopharma, vaccine, diagnostics, and cell and gene therapy companies.

At Maravai, we believe that diverse perspectives are the foundation of innovation. Through an inclusive and equitableculture where every team member is inspired to bring their best selves to work, we cultivate an environment in which we can lead together, providing differentiated value to our customers, and enabling the miracles of science. For over 35 years, Maravai’s portfolio companies have served as a catalyst for innovative, lifesaving technology for humanity. Pioneering nucleotide research since its inception, we are now leading the way in the rapidly expanding mRNA market.

Your next role as a Miracle Maker

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a #MiracleMaker to join our Manufacturing team as a Temporary Manufactruring Associate I, Lab Operations. The primary role of Manufacturing Associate I is to formulate reagents, package supports, phosphoramidites, and other non-hazardous materials needed for the synthesis and purification of oligonucleotides as well as working with Hazardous materials and knowledge of general chemistry techniques.

How you will make an impact:

• Prepare catalog products using manufacturing instructions, procedures and protocols
• Associated tasks include packaging, labeling, and storing of product
• Maintaining inventory of catalog products and raw materials
• General laboratory maintenance and equipment maintenance
• Evaluation and cleaning of necessary production glassware
• Evaluation and assembly of support columns
• Distribution of products with correct documentation, using good documentation practices.
• Inspection of finished goods.
• Fulfill products from stock for customer orders
• Inspection of completed orders prior to shipment
• Assist with general shipping and receiving of products and materials
• Proper storage, handling, and disposal of organic solvents, hazardous chemicals, and waste
• Perform other functions and duties as required.
• Work with hazardous materials on Daily basis that will require wearing proper PPE at all time
• Able to life 50lbs.
• Making 40-70 liter batches at a time
• Perform other functions and duties as required

The skills and experience that you will bring:

• High School diploma required.
• Must have good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Must be able to follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)/Work Instructions (WIs)
• as well as personalized instruction from leaders.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work both in a team setting as well as individually.
• Must be able to work in a fact paced environment without getting overwhelmed.
• Must be able to perform repetitious activities while maintaining accuracy.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and be able to perform detail-oriented work requiring fine motor skills.
• Must be a good timekeeper and ensure prompt arrival to work for each scheduled shift.
• Must have functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with FileMaker database and NetSuite ERP software a plus.
• This is a manufacturing and production based job. No real research is involved.

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The benefits of being a #MiracleMaker:

• You have the potential to change, improve, and save lives around the world.
• You have the opportunity to be a part owner in Maravai through RSU grants and optional employee stock purchase plans.
• We offer comprehensive medical plans and HSA/FSA options.
• Fertility & family planning assistance.
• A variety of additional optional benefits and insurance options, including pet insurance.
• Retirement contributions.
• Holidays & Paid Time Off.

Benefits may vary by region and employment type and do not apply to temporary employees or contractors. See a comprehensive list of benefits at our Benefits & growth site at https://www.maravai.com/careers/benefits-and-growth/

To view more opportunities to become a #MiracleMaker, visit our career site at https://www.maravai.com/careers/

Maravai LifeSciences is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation, and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.