Manufacturing Technician

Role Summary

The Manufacturing Technician supports the laboratory staff in building and manufacturing science products, performing a variety of tasks in a laboratory setting such as filling containers, feeding production machines, labeling, recording data, and operating equipment. The role emphasizes adherence to SOPs, safety, and quality standards to meet production timelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate a production machine to fill containers or microplates with product
• Manually batch and label product
• Perform in-process sampling and testing to ensure batches meet specifications
• Document results and refer to past batch records
• Calibrate and operate semi-automated manufacturing equipment
• Follow lab protocols and SOPs, including regulatory awareness of chemical handling and hazards
• Meet product cycle times and quality expectations
• Perform specialized cleaning of manufacturing equipment
• Understand site databases
• Follow daily work instructions and priorities with a commitment to safety
• Adapt to day-to-day changes within reasonable boundaries
• Participate in continuous process improvement and identify areas for improvement
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent with up to 2 years of relevant experience
• Preferred: Associate degree in biotech, chemistry, biology or related fields with up to 1 year of relevant experience

Skills

• Familiar with basic calculations and units of measure
• Experience with peristaltic pumps, pipettes and balances
• Good communication skills (verbal and written English)
• Able to lift heavy items (5-50 lbs)
• Flexible schedule to work different shifts
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multitasking
• Works independently with minimal supervision on routine tasks
• Ability to support and help others in the team
• Knowledge of departmental functions and ability to perform multiple tasks
• Flexibility to handle multiple tasks with increased effectiveness
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work well independently and in a team
• Experience in an ISO or GMP biotech environment is a plus

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree in biotech, chemistry, biology or related fields (preferred)