Manufacturing Associate II

Role Summary

Manufacturing Associate II will produce research and clinical-grade components and products by setting up, cleaning, operating, and maintaining equipment; performing enzymatic reactions; utilizing purification systems; authoring and implementing SOPs; and documenting actions in batch records. The role also involves training and mentoring new team members and onboarding new equipment, with a focus on identifying and addressing process bottlenecks to improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for production by reviewing production schedule; studying and clarifying specifications; calculating requirements; assembling materials and supplies
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by following standard operating procedures
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; calling for repairs
• Documents production by accurately completing forms, reports, logs, and records of equipment and batches following good documentation practices
• Trains and mentors new team members
• Onboards new equipment with minimal supervision
• Identifies key process bottlenecks and implements process improvements to minimize bottleneck
• Updates job knowledge by participating in training opportunities
• Performs other functions and duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, preferably Molecular Biology or Biochemistry
• 2-4 years of relevant manufacturing laboratory experience
• Experience with drafting, implementing, and executing Standard Operating Procedures
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Self-motivated and able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to mentor and train other team members on processes they have become proficient at executing