Disability Solutions is hiring: Bioprocess Manufacturing Technician (Contractor)

As a Bioprocess Manufacturing Technician, you will be responsible for producing medicine in a highly automated and controlled environment. you will follow this recipe, along with the standard operating procedures, to operate the production equipment across various areas, including raw material dispensing/aliquoting, cell culture and purification. You will maintain records and follow all the steps necessary to comply with regulatory requirements within a current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) environment. In this role, you will be an employee of Tailored Management, working on a Genentech contract. This is a contract role with the possibility of conversion to a permanent employee position. We have both Stainless Steel and Single-Use Manufacturing facilities that are supported by Production Services. There are 3 main production areas within manufacturing: Production Services - Responsible for weighing and aliquoting of raw materials and small scale solution prep. Also responsible for washing, autoclaving, and preparation of small equipment parts and assemblies. Responsible for environmental monitoring of the facility. Upstream Manufacturing - Responsible for cell growth from inoculation in spinner flasks through large scale bioreactors and the harvesting of cell culture via centrifugation and depth filtration. Downstream Manufacturing - Responsible for the purification of cellular harvest utilizing chromatography and reformulation techniques, as well as preparation of product for shipping to final fill/finish sites. As a new member of the team, you'll typically be assigned to one of the three production areas. This will allow you to build capabilities and work on increasingly complex technical assignments, with the potential to rotate into future production areas as you gain experience. This includes complying with all safety requirements, cGMP, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and manufacturing documentation. You must immediately report any and all safety and environmental incidents, including injuries, illness, near miss & safety suggestions. Utilizing automated systems to operate, clean and sterilize production equipment and performing general seed lab operations Operating fermenters, centrifuges, other harvest systems and protein purification units Preparing solutions required for the production process (media and buffer make-up) Cleaning, assembling, and sterilizing equipment for production by operating glass washers and autoclaves Executing environmental monitoring throughout the facility You can demonstrate the ability to independently document and record information You demonstrate increasing technical competency through training and operational procedures of at least one manufacturing department Shift Details We have a variety of 12- and 10-hour shifts to support our 24x7 facility operations. Staff working over 8 hours in a day will be paid overtime in accordance with local and state laws. In addition, staff working swing or night shifts will be paid a shift differential. While we are occasionally able to accommodate shift requests, candidates with open availability will be given priority consideration as we are not able to guarantee shift placement. Candidates must be able to work any of the following manufacturing shifts: ~10 hr Day Shift, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm ~ Sunday - Wednesday ~ Wednesday - Saturday ~10 hr Swing Shift, 12:30 pm -11:00 pm ~ Sunday - Wednesday ~ Wednesday - Saturday Proficiency in the English language- reading, writing, and communication. Must be computer literate due to the extensive automation used in our facility, experience with Microsoft and Google platforms. Must be able to work all shifts, required overtime as needed, and stand for extended periods of time. Our facility is expansive - you may climb multiple flights of stairs daily No makeup or jewelry can be worn when working in the clean room environment. Personal electronic devices (e.g. cell phones) are not permitted in cleanrooms without formal approval due to health authority regulation. You may work with hazardous materials and chemicals Must be able to successfully pass all job-related tests and certifications required for working in a cGMP, quality environment including but not limited to: inspections and GMP requirements to perform essential functions of the job. High school diploma or equivalent Preferred - Degree in Life Sciences/Engineering, Associate's or Biotech certificate from approved program To learn more about the manufacturing process, please watch this video: We currently do not sponsor work visas for this position or offer relocation assistance. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants .