Manufacturing Associate, Upstream - 2nd Shift

ZYLIDAC BIO LLC Emeryville, California, United States Manufacturing

About this position

Description:
  • Set-up, prepare, and operate upstream manufacturing equipment/labware/assemblies (includes scaleup, bioreactors, harvest filtration including centrifugation, autoclave/sterilizer, bench top analytical instruments (pH/conductivity/osmometer), etc.) in accordance with current good manufacturing practices (cGMP).
  • Record and document procedures with detail and accuracy. This includes batch records, training records, logbooks, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and validation protocols.
  • Execute quality systems (including critical work orders, change controls, deviations, corrective action preventative action (CAPA)).
  • Create and revise standard operating procedures, batch records, part numbers, specifications, etc.
  • Weigh and prepare cell culture media, buffers, and solutions.
  • Coordination and collaboration of activities with other departments, and with vendors.
  • Sample solutions and perform analytical assays (including cell counts, pH, conductivity, etc.)
  • Maintain clean room work areas (including floors, benches, bioreactors, chromatography skids, etc.) waste disposal, lean manufacturing and good manufacturing practices (GMP)/compliance.
Requirements:
  • 2 years of college science in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, with 2 to 4 years of related experience.
  • Or 4 to 8 years of experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Knowledge of downstream equipment (scaleup, bioreactors, harvest filtration, flow/UV/pH/conductivity/etc. sensors), filtration equipment, solution preparation equipment (laminar air flow hood, agitator mixers, bench top instruments) are essential for this position. 
  • Attention to detail and accurate record keeping and documentation is mandatory in this position. 
  • Teamwork and communication are key attributes needed for this position. A collaborative attitude and a positive work ethic are key traits for success.
  • Work safety is essential for this position.


Salary Information

$27.00 - $35.00 Hourly Wage