Temporary Manufacturing Associate I, Lab Operations

Glen Research • Sterling, VA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a Manufacturing Associate I to join their Manufacturing team. The primary role of this position is to formulate reagents, package supports, phosphoramidites, and other non-hazardous materials needed for the synthesis and purification of oligonucleotides. This role also involves working with hazardous materials and requires knowledge of general chemistry techniques. The company emphasizes that this is a manufacturing and production-based job with no real research involved.

Requirements

• High School diploma required.
• Must have good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Must be able to follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)/Work Instructions (WIs) as well as personalized instruction from leaders.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work both in a team setting as well as individually.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment without getting overwhelmed.
• Must be able to perform repetitious activities while maintaining accuracy.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and be able to perform detail-oriented work requiring fine motor skills.
• Must be a good timekeeper and ensure prompt arrival to work for each scheduled shift.
• Must have functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with FileMaker database and NetSuite ERP software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare catalog products using manufacturing instructions, procedures and protocols
• Associated tasks include packaging, labeling, and storing of product
• Maintaining inventory of catalog products and raw materials
• General laboratory maintenance and equipment maintenance
• Evaluation and cleaning of necessary production glassware
• Evaluation and assembly of support columns
• Distribution of products with correct documentation, using good documentation practices.
• Inspection of finished goods.
• Fulfill products from stock for customer orders
• Inspection of completed orders prior to shipment
• Assist with general shipping and receiving of products and materials
• Proper storage, handling, and disposal of organic solvents, hazardous chemicals, and waste
• Work with hazardous materials on a daily basis that will require wearing proper PPE at all times
• Able to lift 50lbs.
• Making 40-70 liter batches at a time
• Perform other functions and duties as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plans
• HSA/FSA options
• Fertility & family planning assistance
• A variety of additional optional benefit and insurance options, including pet insurance.
• Retirement contributions
• Holidays & Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED