Formulation Technician II

Techtrueup • Sunnyvale, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Formulation Technician works on a team of media process technicians to manufacture dehydrated and liquid cell culture media. The role involves following batch record instructions; weighing raw materials in quantities ranging from micrograms to kilograms; calibrating and operating equipment; following safety procedures; operating milling equipment; performing sterile filtration; and completing other tasks required for media manufacturing. The technician also performs standard product testing, including osmolality, pH, and turbidity testing, and works closely with R&D, procurement, quality, process technology, marketing, customers, and vendors.

The position is based in Sunnyvale, California, and is listed for a 12-month duration at a pay rate of $23 per hour on W-2. The technician stages and compounds raw materials, mills and blends materials, performs aseptic liquid filling and process monitoring, and documents manufacturing procedures according to production schedules, GMP requirements, and department procedures. The role also includes cleaning, inspection, calibration, troubleshooting, and assisting with equipment maintenance. Overtime may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry or a related field.
• At least 6 months of experience in a high-paced chemistry laboratory environment or manufacturing facility; an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
• Ability to read, write, and follow testing and inspection procedures.
• Ability to maintain neat, accurate, and complete records and logs.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to disassemble and reassemble various equipment.
• Good communication skills and ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Flexibility with departmental work schedules, including overtime.
• Ability to focus with continuous attention to detail.
• Basic experience weighing multiple components.
• Basic proficiency with PCs and Windows applications such as MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint.
• Ability to lift or move approximately 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with statistical analysis using mathematical spreadsheets such as Excel or Minitab.

Responsibilities

• Stage and compound raw materials within specified weight tolerances for dehydrated culture media and liquid media manufacturing.
• Perform milling, blending, aseptic liquid filling, process control monitoring, and documentation in accordance with production schedules, GMP, and department procedures.
• Complete required documentation neatly, accurately, and in accordance with GMP.
• Clean, inspect, and calibrate equipment; assist with equipment maintenance; and maintain related logs and records.
• Troubleshoot equipment.
• Handle raw materials in accordance with GMP and safety requirements.
• Use equipment including pipettors, balances, an osmometer, a turbidmeter, and pH meters.
• Perform assigned tasks safely and responsibly to support an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
• Follow through on assigned responsibilities and work under supervision.
• Promote a positive team environment through good communication and team engagement.
• Work overtime when required.
• Perform other duties assigned in support of business goals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level