Manufacturing Associate I

LGC Group • Milford, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ABOUT LGC CLINICAL DIAGNOSTICS: LGC Clinical Diagnostics develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of catalogue and custom-developed diagnostic quality solutions and component materials for the extended life sciences industry. We partner with IVD assay developers, pharmaceutical, CRO and academic institutions in commercialization activities across the entire diagnostic pipeline. Laboratorians and diagnostic professionals across disciplines of clinical chemistry, immunochemistry, serology, molecular diagnostics, and clinical genomics rely on LGC’s products to support accurate and reliable diagnostic results. Our operating entities include Maine Standards Company, SeraCare Life Sciences, and Technopath Clinical Diagnostics, which are in vitro diagnostics (IVD) manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials), the Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of viral antigens and LGC Proficiency Testing a global leader in PT schemes. We operate FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine (USA), Massachusetts (USA), Maryland (USA), Tipperary (Ireland), ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK, and Traverse City, Michigan US. Each day, our world-class staff, scientific expertise, operational efficiency, and superior quality systems are ready to support the range of advanced technologies that collectively improve patient outcomes - from the widely adopted and established through to cutting-edge NGS and precision diagnostics. Job Purpose The Manufacturing Associate I applies direct labor for manufacturing high-quality diagnostic products using manual and semi-automated equipment. This role is responsible for setting up, calibrating, and operating all manufacturing equipment in line with cGMP, POPs, SOPs, Safety, and departmental policies. You will use good judgment and critical thinking skills to make operator-level decisions regarding product quality.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience
• Basic mathematical skills are required
• Ability to be on feet for 6-10 hours per day
• Analytical and critical thinking skills are required

Nice To Haves

• 1 to 3 years in a Life Science, cGMP/ISO environment, including clean rooms in a manufacturing department role.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with a concentration in Biology, Chemistry, or related science
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Office)

Responsibilities

• Prepare products according to approved Manufacturing Process Operating Procedures (POP’s), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), cGMP, and ISO 13485 quality systems.
• Perform all assigned manufacturing processes while adhering strictly to departmental safety policies to ensure minimal error.
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion, promoting a positive teamwork environment and continuously sharing improvement ideas.
• Support other departments as needed to facilitate cross-training and assist the business unit.
• Occasionally be required to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs using appropriate equipment.
• This role may include other tasks not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees