Manufacturing Technician

Role: Manufacturing Technician

Duration: 3 Months, possible extensions

Location: Vista, CA

Position is Monday through Friday 8am-430 pm. Possibility of weekend shift needs.

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician I performs fundamental tasks within a GMP environment in support of more complex manufacturing operations.

The tasks include, but are not limited to, cleaning and maintaining the work place so that it meets the standards for controlling bioburden levels; cleaning operating equipment per applicable procedures so that it meets the standards established to prevent product contamination and maintaining records/logs neatly and accurately and in accordance with current standard procedures. The technician performs job tasks in a safe manner while following specific department safety rules.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for equipment setup and operation in a biologics processing environment for plasma derived pharmaceuticals.
• Detailed cleaning of equipment/facilities to MSP/cGMP standards.
• Complete technical training profile as required.
• Strict adherence to Dept. Safety Rules.
• Bulk processing and filtration involving monitoring processing parameters (i.e. pH, weights, separation, assay results).
• Perform real-time documentation during the production run.

Additional responsibilities:

• English fluency both verbal and written.
• Basic math skills with proficiency in metric system.
• Accurate documentation skills are a must.
• Basic computer skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Must be available to work any shift, including weekends.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment is essential.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and use good judgment.
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities. Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE: 1-2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Manufacturing, or experience in pharmaceuticals/biologics processing in a GMP environment is preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES: Accurate documentation and attention to detail oriented. Usage of a 10-key calculator.