Reagent Manufacturing Associate
Carlsbad, CA - USA
Job Summary
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The job opportunity below is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment chemicals supplies and services essential in healthcare scientific research safety and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science our client generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to helping customers make the world healthier cleaner and safer. Their global team delivers innovative technologies convenient procurement solutions and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.
Position: Reagent Manufacturing Associate
Location: Carlsbad CA 92008
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Shift: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Summary
The Reagent Manufacturing Associate / Scientist I Manufacturing will support the manufacturing of molecular biology reagents used within the Life Sciences industry. This position is responsible for executing laboratory manufacturing processes including buffer preparation reagent formulation protein dilutions and documentation activities in a controlled laboratory environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong laboratory skills attention to detail and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative manufacturing team.
Responsibilities
- Perform manufacturing processes in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within a Research Use Only (RUO) environment.
- Prepare buffers perform solution dilutions reagent formulations and bulk dilutions of purified proteins.
- Utilize laboratory equipment including pH meters refractometers pipettes peristaltic pumps and buffer carboys.
- Accurately document manufacturing activities and data within batch records.
- Read understand and implement laboratory procedures and technical documentation.
- Handle biological and chemical reagents safely and in compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintain awareness and understanding of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for relevant materials.
- Identify and communicate process issues deviations and improvement opportunities.
- Assist in the development revision and implementation of SOPs batch records and other technical documents.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams consisting of individuals with diverse technical backgrounds.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and efficiency.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Biology Chemistry Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline.
- Preferably 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment or research and development laboratory.
- Experience with solution preparation dilution techniques and laboratory equipment.
- Familiarity with manufacturing quality systems such as ISO 9001 ISO 13485 and/or GMP environments is preferred.
- Basic understanding of protein chemistry and related laboratory techniques.
- Strong organizational documentation and data analysis skills.
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with manufacturing-related software.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under production-driven timelines.
- Work within a clean controlled manufacturing laboratory environment.
- Regular standing for extended periods throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds independently and heavier materials with assistance when required.
- Comfortable working with chemicals biological reagents and hazardous materials.
- Ability to work in a 4 C cold-room environment.
- Flexibility to work overtime and non-standard schedules as needed to support production requirements.
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.