Finished Goods Technician

Watchmaker Genomics; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotech company in Cape Town is seeking a Finished Goods Technician. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing and be proficient with laboratory techniques. Responsibilities include measuring raw materials, manufacturing components, and ensuring compliance with ISO standards. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Applications must include a letter of motivation and a CV. South African citizens are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-4+ years in a biotech or related industry or an undergraduate degree with experience.
• Ability to weigh powders and record measurements accurately.
• Physical ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• Excellent organizational skills and outstanding attention to detail.
• Strong multitasking ability; perform under pressure and work without supervision.
• Team‑player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Measure and combine liquid and solid raw materials for bulk manufacturing.
• Label, cap, and fill vials as part of component manufacturing.
• Support compliance with ISO 13485 quality standards.
• Support and maintain compliance with ISO 13485 quality standards.
• Weigh and measure raw materials accurately to the correct decimal place.
• General laboratory and equipment maintenance; adhere to inventory control procedures.
• Follow SOPs and proper laboratory technique; contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Ability to pipette liquids

Excellent organizational skills

Strong multitasking ability

Team player with strong interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Team player

Lifting up to 23 kg

Education

Matric / High school diploma or Associates degree

Tools

Spreadsheets software

Word processing software

Job description

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Position Details

• Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Department: Production
• Location: Salt River, Cape Town (onsite)
• Experience: 3-4+ years in a biotech or related industry (or an undergraduate degree in a relevant life science discipline with 0-2+ years experience).

Responsibilities

• Bulk Manufacturing – Measure and combine liquid and solid raw materials, titrate, dilute, filter bulk products.
• Component Manufacturing – Label, de-cap, fill, cap, and inspect vials.
• Kit Manufacturing – Label, prepare kit boxes, assemble and inspect finished product.
• Support and maintain compliance with ISO 13485 quality standards.
• Weigh and measure raw materials accurately to the correct decimal place.
• General laboratory and equipment maintenance; adhere to inventory control procedures.
• Follow SOPs and proper laboratory technique; contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Ability to pipette liquids, weigh powders, and record measurements accurately.
• Quick learning of basic laboratory techniques.
• Computer literacy in spreadsheets and word processing software.
• Excellent organizational skills and outstanding attention to detail.
• Strong multitasking ability; perform under pressure and work without supervision.
• Team‑player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Preferred

• Drafting, revising, and publishing work instructions and/or SOPs.
• Experience in high‑growth startup environments.
• Basic understanding of ISO 13485 and/or experience working in an ISO compliant facility.
• Aseptic Technique.
• Experience with GMP and GDP.

Education

• Matric / High school diploma or Associates degree with 3-4+ years industry experience (or an undergraduate degree in a relevant life science discipline with 0-2+ years experience).

Application Requirements

• Letter of motivation (upload where it says cover letter).
• Resume or CV highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.

Applications without a Letter of Motivation will not be considered. Applicants must be South African or be eligible to work in South Africa and already possess the necessary work permits or visas, or be able to obtain them before responding to this vacancy.

To ensure your application is considered, please submit it by 12 January 2026. This position may close earlier if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Watchmaker Genomics is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and creating a culturally diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics as protected by applicable law. All applicants will be asked if they are currently eligible to work in South Africa. South African citizens are preferred. This position may be subject to pre‑employment checks, including driving history check, drug screening and a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. All pre‑employment checks will comply with all applicable laws.