Kelly
Manufacturing Technician
The Manufacturing Technician works in a laboratory manufacturing environment, operating and maintaining semi-automated equipment to fill liquid products into microtiter plates and vials and to package finished products. The role includes performing in-process quality checks, maintaining batch documentation, and supporting equipment troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate specialized production equipment (e.g., plate fillers and vial filling systems) to dispense liquid products into microplates and vials
- Package standard vials into plastic pouches using automated or semi-automated packaging equipment
- Perform batching, labeling, and packaging manually or with automated systems
- Conduct in-process sampling, inspection, and testing using microscopes and other lab tools to verify batch specifications
- Set up, calibrate, clean, and operate semi-automated manufacturing equipment
- Maintain accurate batch records, production documentation, and component inventory
- Adhere to laboratory protocols, SOPs, and safety and regulatory requirements
- Assist with equipment troubleshooting and collaborate with Facilities or technical teams to minimize downtime
- Meet production cycle times and quality expectations consistently
- Follow daily work instructions and priorities established by production leadership
- Support a safe, organized, and compliant work environment
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required with 13 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, automation, or laboratory environments
- Will consider entry-level graduates with a strong science background
- Hands-on experience with general laboratory equipment such as pipettes, analytical balances, microscopes, incubators, or degassing devices required
- Prior experience operating material handling or automated packaging equipment preferred
- Ability to work independently on routine tasks; more experienced candidates may work with minimal supervision
- Ability to operate general laboratory equipment and automated material handling systems
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment