MSC Manufacturing Process Technician DS/NS
BioPharma Consulting JAD Group
Thousand Oaks, california
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Summary:
As an Associate Manufacturing Process Technician, you will be responsible for performing a variety of manufacturing processes according to standard operating procedures. This includes equipment cleaning and setup, batch preparation and transfer, as well as monitoring and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. You will work closely with other departments to ensure smooth operations and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Our ideal candidate has previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing, a strong understanding of GMP principles, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities:
- Perform manufacturing processes according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Clean and setup equipment for production
- Prepare and transfer batches of materials
- Monitor equipment operations and troubleshoot malfunctions
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations
- Perform setup, cleaning, and sanitization of manufacturing equipment and process rooms.
- Prepare buffers/media per defined manufacturing procedures and SOPs.
- Execute and monitor critical processes, including basic troubleshooting.
- Conduct in-process sampling and operate analytical equipment.
- Handle washroom activities, cleaning both small and large-scale equipment.
- Maintain an organized and clean workspace.
- Work in a clean room environment with appropriate PPE (steel toe shoes, clean room gowning, hairnet, and gloves).
- Initiate quality reports and draft/revise documents (SOPs, MPs).
- Review documentation for assigned functions (equipment logs, batch records).
- Perform physically rigorous, repetitive tasks and work around high-pressure systems and heavy equipment.
- Support manufacturing process readiness and the day-to-day operational needs of the facility.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including Process Development scientists, engineers, EH&S, Quality, F&E, and maintenance.
Requirements:
- Prior experience in biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred)
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree OR
- Associate’s degree with 4 years of manufacturing/operations experience OR
- High school diploma/GED with 6 years of manufacturing/operations experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology or Life Sciences.
- Mechanically inclined.
- Experience in a GMP or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
- Strong technical skills for problem-solving and adherence to cGMPs and SOPs.
- Familiarity with PPE and ability to use a PAPR.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, proactive leadership, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, push/pull up to 50 lbs, and perform various physical movements (bending, reaching, climbing, kneeling, etc.).
- Prior experience in biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Shifts:
- Days: 6am-5pm or 7:30am-4:30pm
- Swings: 1pm-12am or 2:30pm-11:30pm
- Must be flexible to work shifts on a 3-month rotation, including weekends and holidays.