Production Technician III

Danaher•Bothell, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician III supports the manufacturing of synthetic oligonucleotides in a cGMP environment for use in Cepheid in-vitro diagnostic products. The role uses scientific knowledge to execute and document standard operating procedures, helping ensure successful manufacturing and on-time delivery of oligonucleotides. The technician also supports the transfer of new products from development to manufacturing, helping establish robust processes for commercialization and maintain process performance within expected parameters. This position is part of the Oligonucleotide Manufacturing Team and is based onsite at the Bothell, Washington facility. The technician learns and works across multiple manufacturing process areas, helps train team members, processes production materials using bench techniques and laboratory instrumentation, and operates equipment used in oligonucleotide production. The role also contributes to process development and improvement, troubleshooting, investigations, failure prevention, and validation activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related life science field.
0–5+ years of industry experience.
Ability to think logically, prioritize tasks, stay organized, and work independently with self-motivation.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of solid-phase oligonucleotide synthesis and GMP requirements and regulations.
Experience with manual pipetting and/or liquid formulation.
Experience using, troubleshooting, or maintaining HPLC, LCMS, automated liquid-handling instrumentation, or other laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

Learn multiple process areas within the oligonucleotide manufacturing lab and participate in them as needed to support manufacturing demand.
Lead and/or participate in training activities.
Analyze and process production materials using bench techniques and laboratory instrumentation.
Perform and document process steps according to defined protocols.
Operate equipment associated with oligonucleotide production, including oligo synthesizers, HPLCs, UPLC, LCMS, automated liquid handlers, and rotary evaporators.
Lead and/or participate in identifying production efficiencies, process development, process improvement, troubleshooting, investigations, and failure-prevention activities.
Participate in validation activities for process improvements and new products.
Update standard operating procedures as needed.