Production Scientist - Transfusion and Transplant

Werfen•Warren Township, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care. We are seeking a Production Scientist for our Manufacturing Department in Warren. The Production Scientist will provide day-to-day operations support in a cGMP manufacturing environment for the production of BeadChip and NGS products including formulation of bead intermediates, bulk reagents,and filled vials. If you are interested in helping to save patient lives, this may be the role for you! This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization. Therefore, if you will requires sponsorship from us for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in a Science related field.
Basic knowledge of MS Office and software systems used in product support.
May be required to work irregular hours and days necessary to meet production schedules.
Overtime may be required which may include holidays and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Preferred cGMP manufacturing experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

Perform BeadChip carrier assembly, involving manual and automated equipment processes.
Formulate custom bulk reagents, working with pipettes and balances.
Manufacture bulk and fill reagents.
Weigh, dilute, measure, and verify chemicals for in-process solutions.
Package carrier and reagent boxes.
Ensure materials and equipment are available in inventory for production as required.
Follow the manufacturing schedule and report issues and concerns to management.
Perform equipment setup, operation, re-supply, documentation, cleaning, minor equipment adjustments, and minor preventative maintenance tasks to meet standards for safety, quality, and efficiency.
Follow GMP documents (e.g., SOPs, Work Instructions, Manufacturing Records) with strict adherence to safety and compliance.
Create legible written records within batch records/forms.
Write, revise, and update manufacturing documentation.
Maintain a clean and organized working lab environment.
Be responsible for training on all assigned procedures and ensure all training is up to date and appropriately documented.
Be cross-trained to assist in other production areas/departments as needed.
Follow OSHA safety regulations for bloodborne pathogens.