Technician I, Process Development

About the role

The Technician I, Process Development, conducts laboratory and pilot-scale experiments that support the development of new technologies. Partially responsible for the optimization of manufacturing processes and implementation of regulatory requirements. Assists in process development activities, creates scalable processes with improved product yield and reduced manufacturing systems costs. Researches and assists with the implementation of new methods and technologies to enhance operations. Collects, analyzes, interprets and data to improve processes.

Responsibilities

- Conducts lab scale studies that include processing of plasma proteins. - Conducts laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to evaluate and develop new technologies. - Operation of centrifuges, filtration apparatus, and chromatography systems. - Routine use of monitoring instruments such as pH/ conductivity meters, spectrophotometer, and scale. - Routinely performs sample and buffer preparation including labeling. - Equipment and Area cleaning. - Completes documentation and data entry as required for procedures and tests performed. - Adheres to Safety and cGMP practices in execution of job functions. - Performs testing as needed to generate data for validation and special projects. - Fulfills requests from management for assistance in other matters as needed. - Assists in creating scalable processes. - Assists the manufacturing operations team in problem solving with regard to equipment and systems. - Participates in the design and start-up of new manufacturing facilities and equipment.

Requirements

Education Requirements: B.S. in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline required. Experience Requirements: Requires up to two years of experience in a laboratory setting, and previous work experience in a regulated environment (FDA, EPA, etc) is preferred. Must have the capacity to work at small scale and to transfer to larger applications. Must be familiar with basic lab equipment (pH meter, spectrophotometer, scale, pipettes, pumps, etc.) Requires computer skills (MS Word, Excel, LIMS, etc). Requires excellent organizational skills, and the ability to interact effectively with internal and external colleagues and managers.

Qualifications

- Adheres to Safety and cGMP practices in execution of job functions. - Performs testing as needed to generate data for validation and special projects. - Fulfills requests from management for assistance in other matters as needed. - Assists in creating scalable processes. - Assists the manufacturing operations team in problem solving with regard to equipment and systems. - Participates in the design and start-up of new manufacturing facilities and equipment.

Skills

- Laboratory equipment operation (centrifuges, filtration apparatus, chromatography systems). - Monitoring instruments (pH/ conductivity meters, spectrophotometer, scale). - Sample and buffer preparation. - Documentation and data entry. - Adherence to safety and cGMP practices. - Testing and data generation for validation and special projects. - Problem-solving and assisting with manufacturing operations.

Benefits

- 401K plan with employer match and immediate vesting. - Medical, Vision, Life and Dental Insurance. - Pet Insurance. - Company-paid STD and LTD. - 3 Weeks' Paid Time Off (within the first year). - Tuition Assistance (after the first year). - Free shuttle to the Boca Tri-Rail station. - E-Verify compliance.