Manufacturing Technician

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Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Manufacturing Technician at our Los Angeles, CA site. Here, you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission, and have the opportunity to grow within a thriving company.

Summary :

The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for maintaining, cleaning, preventing maintenance repairs, and overall being within a GMP environment. This is a perfect entry level position for those with minimal experience or want to gain further career advancements within the Biotech industry!

Title : Manufacturing Technician I

Location : Glendale, CA - Onsite

Duration : 6 months potential for extension/conversion

Multiple Shifts Available : Overnight Weekend Fri-Sat-Tues 10PM - 10:30AM and Swing M-F 2PM-10:30PM

Responsibilities :

• Perform process equipment cleaning and organization within the Pre-viral department.
• Maintain GMP area housekeeping (per GMP compliance) such as cleaning walls, floors, doors, drains, windows, and other general surface areas.
• Empty trash containers and maintain an adequate amount of cleaning supplies.
• Perform removal of hazardous waste.
• Supports all local manufacturing operations.
• Supply components, small parts, tubing, etc.
• Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Manually clean all portable equipment, small parts, plastic tubing, and equipment.
• Receive and distribute supplies into the production area as necessary.
• Manual 5 step cleaning & automated cleaning
• Details on the cleanings: chemicals used bleach, 500 ppm, liquinox
• Type of cleaning: cleaning small parts in a sink subjecting to different waters; mostly stainless steel parts

Qualifications :

• Attention to details when weighing chemicals to make cleaning solutions
• Experience in GMP environment and good documentation process
• Able to assist with prioritization of assignments in order to maximize support for the Fractionization production area.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills and understanding of cGMP regulations.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical production equipment including but not limited to CIP.
• Must be able to read and follow detailed written instructions.
• Good interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• This position requires shift, weekend, and holiday work. Overtime may be required at times.
• The incumbent must work in a cleanroom environment wearing special garments. Additionally, personal protective equipment must be worn due to safety requirements.
• Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.
• Requires AA degree or high school diploma with 0-2 years related manufacturing experience. Ability to read, write, speak English and communicate effectively. Should possess basic math skills. Previous work-related experience is preferred. Some college experience is preferred.

Education :

• Must have 1-3 years experience w/ GED or High School Diploma
• Recent College graduates with a Science Background are highly recommended to apply
• Knowledge of GMP/SOPs in Manufacturing setting