DNA Manufacturing Associate, Kitting

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking Manufacturing Associates for multiple contract-to-hire opportunities with a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures novel synthetic DNA tools at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Wilsonville, OR.

About the role

We are looking for motivated Manufacturing Associates to perform basic molecular biology workflows in a highly automated, high-throughput manner. The incumbent will be responsible for the manufacture of a variety of custom oligonucleotide products. The ideal candidate will work independently, be neat and organized, follow established SOPs, and complete manufacturing batch records to contribute to the daily production schedule in a fast-paced start-up environment.

The Manufacturing Associate will produce custom gene-based products and/or various intermediates according to established SOPs, uphold manufacturing process standards, work on continuous improvement, and maintain safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high-quality custom oligo-containing products in a high-throughput manufacturing lab according to established SOPs.
• Operate robotic laboratory equipment and traditional lab equipment (bioanalyzers, centrifuges, sealers, thermocyclers, spectrometers, HPLCs, Next-Generation Sequencing, etc.).
• Perform daily molecular biology processes and techniques, including PCR, DNA quantitation and handling, and DNA purification.
• Maintain thorough, accurate, and detailed documentation of all work in batch records, databases, or other acceptable formats, including problems and deviations.
• Update and write work instructions and documentation.
• Work independently and safely with attention to detail for process consistency.
• Document, troubleshoot, and address process deviations.
• Package products.
• Work in an ISO, GMP, LEAN manufacturing environment and follow lean manufacturing concepts.
• Complete assigned tasks daily to keep manufacturing on track.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s or associate degree in biology, chemistry, or biochemistry (preferred but will consider candidates with relevant laboratory experience).
• Familiarity or prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with computers for manufacturing tasks, including experience with Excel, Word, Jira/Confluence, and web-based programs.

Benefits

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Telemedicine services.
• Term life, whole life, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• A legal plan and short-term disability coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (up to eight paid holidays per benefit year).
• Transit spending account.
• Paid sick leave under applicable state or local plans.

Pay

$21/hour

Schedule

• Sunday – Wednesday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
• Tuesday – Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Workplace

Onsite in Wilsonville, OR