Lab Tech II

Kite Pharma•Oceanside, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every single day, we seek to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. Would you like to join us in this mission? We are seeking a highly motivated Lab Tech II (GMP Cleaner) to support our Viral Vector biotechnology facility in Oceanside, CA. Under minimal supervision, in this role you will be accountable for supporting the GMP cleaning operations. You will work closely with the MVP01 Manufacturing, Quality, and Facilities groups to deliver and maintain the integrity and environmental control of the facility. The hours will be from 4pm to 12:30 am, Sunday-Thursday OR Tuesday- Saturday

Requirements

AA Degree with 1+ years of operations and/or pharmaceutical / biotechnology and/or manufacturing experience OR High School Degree with 2+ years of operations and/or pharmaceutical / biotechnology and/or manufacturing experience
Ability to lift 40 lbs. repeatedly and stand for hours at time
Embrace the QUALITY culture.
Ability to strictly adhere to the Company’s rules, regulations, and operating procedures as they apply to the position and general employment.
Ability to work in a clean room environment where Biohazardous & Hazardous waste are handled and removed daily.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to read, write and comprehend documents in Standard English such as Standard Operating Procedures, manufacturing schedules, operating manuals, and company & safety policies.
A strong work ethic and demonstrate dependability and timeliness.
Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environment.
Comfortable in a fast-paced company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.
Physically capable to don and wear cleanroom/protective gowning and equipment, including but not limited to gowning, goggles, face shields, respirators, and protective gloves.
Able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Ability to squat, bend, kneel, and or reach for 80% of a shift.
Ability to stand, walk, and/or move about for 80% of a shift
Ability to work off shift hours and weekends

Nice To Haves

1+ years of Clean Room sanitization experience or cGMP operational experience
Excellent skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
Self-motivated and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
May be required to be forklift certified

Responsibilities

Performs sanitary cleaning activities as defined by established operating procedures and as directed by Manager/Supervisor.
Perform sterile and non-sterile stocking, staging, and shifting (FIFO) of usable garments for multiple gowning rooms.
Maintains accurate and complete records.
Attend and complete all training required by Company SOPs, procedures, and policies.
Maintains accurate and complete inventory of cleaning supplies ensuring supplies are never depleted.
Provides accurate and complete assistance to other Departments as needed.
Works in a safe and effective manner in accordance with all company, state and federal rules and regulations.
Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.
Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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