Temporary Process Development & Manufacturing Specialist II, CDMO

Maravai LifeSciences • San Diego, CA

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a Temporary Process Development & Manufacturing Specialist II to join its customer development team. The role produces research- and clinical-grade components and products by setting up, cleaning, operating, and maintaining equipment; performing wet chemistry reactions; and using pilot-grade purification systems. The specialist authors and implements SOPs and documents work in batch records using Good Documentation Practices.

The position serves as a subject matter expert and provides leadership, mentoring, and training in the laboratory. It also supports process development, characterization assays, equipment onboarding, and transfer of improvements to the manufacturing team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of industry experience.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in areas such as HPLC purification and/or small-molecule synthesis, cGMP clean room, oligonucleotide synthesis, or mRNA.
• Experience drafting, editing, implementing, and executing Standard Operating Procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to mentor team members in processes they have become proficient at executing.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree, preferably in science.

Responsibilities

• Produce research- and clinical-grade components and products.
• Prepare for production by reviewing schedules, clarifying specifications, calculating requirements, and assembling materials and supplies.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following standard operating procedures.
• Write and execute batch records; author and review SOPs; and maintain manufacturing quality documents.
• Keep equipment operating by following instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and arranging repairs.
• Accurately document production, equipment, and batches using forms, reports, logs, and records in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Train and mentor new team members.
• Onboard and author procedures for new equipment.
• Collect, record, and analyze data as needed.
• Interpret key process bottlenecks and implement improvements to minimize them.
• Perform characterization assays focused on developmental improvements.
• Transfer developmental improvements to the manufacturing team through training and technical transfer.
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Potential to become a part owner in Maravai through RSU grants and optional employee stock purchase plans.
• Comprehensive medical plans and HSA/FSA options.
• Fertility and family planning assistance.
• Optional benefits and insurance options, including pet insurance.
• Retirement contributions.
• Holidays and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED