Position                        : Production Technician
Location                       : San Diego, CA

Duration                       : 5 Months contract

Total Hours/week        : 40.00

1st shift 6 AM - 2:30PM, with weekend potential

Note:

Ensure candidate has some experience in bio / chem / pharma / biotech lab

Must wear long pants and closed toed shoes

Job Description:

·         This position is responsible for the manufacture of materials used for medical diagnostic test devices.

·         The candidate will be responsible for operation and maintenance of reel-to-reel web handling platforms, which are used to treat various membranes with antibody solutions. These membranes are later processed to create lateral flow devices.

·         The candidate must possess basic computer and analytical skills.

·         He/she must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, highly diverse, team oriented, work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Learn and understand: Basic reel-to-reel processes, Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, Forms, etc.

·         Execute processes according to written SOPs, record process data in batch record.

·         Loading and unloading of treated and untreated membrane reels.

·         Handling of antibody solutions.

·         Machine setup and configuration.

·         Monitoring on-going production runs.

·         Initial troubleshooting of production issues.

·         Meet daily/weekly departmental production objectives efficiently and effectively.

·         Ability to follow general instructions on routine tasks and detailed instructions on new tasks.

·         Support LDMS and daily shift start up meetings.

·         Ability to lift 20-30 pounds unassisted.

·         Follow all department guidelines and procedures.

·         Follows client Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) policies and procedures.

·         Takes responsibility for safety in immediate work area. Participates in EH&S programs. Notifies supervisors of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.

·         May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment.

·         Other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate for position within production.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge and Skills:

·         Good organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks

·         Self-motivated, must have ability to work with minimal supervision.

·         Good written and verbal communication skills.

·         Proficient learner with new tasks and methods.

·         Attention to Detail.

Education and Experience:

Minimum requirements for this position include:

·         Associate degree and/or relevant technical training

·         Ability to read, write and speak English fluently

·         Fundamental computer skills

·         Perform basic math calculations

·         1 year relevant experience required

·         Stable employment and/or education within the last 3-5 years.

·         Some laboratory and/or pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing experience preferred.