Reagent Manufacturing Associate
About The Position
Hygiena provides rapid microbiology diagnostic tests and solutions for mission-critical, time-sensitive processes around the world. Hygiena’s proprietary diagnostic technologies enable customers to; prevent illness and save lives, comply with regulations, protect products and brands, run businesses more effectively. Solutions are sold in a wide range of industries globally, but the core focus is food safety. Headquartered in Camarillo, California and with offices around the world, we are actively looking for talented individuals to help grow the business! At Hygiena we believe: In providing the highest quality products & service Being a leader in innovation Having a compelling desire to improve and win in the marketplace In contributing positively not only in the workplace, but in our community and environment! With rapid growth comes opportunity. We are looking for a Reagent Manufacturing Associate join our team in Camarillo! This is a full-time, non-exempt, onsite role.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related field, or equivalent education and work experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment, required.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in a laboratory or manufacturing environment required that includes the following: knowledge of cGMP; aseptic technique
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat required.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Must be able to use discretion and independent judgement.
- Must be able to work in a team environment.
- Must be able to pay close attention to details.
- Must be able to adapt and adjust to a constant changing environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist Engineering, Quality and Production during filling process as required. Prepare and deliver reagent solutions to filling rooms in the morning and throughout the day as needed.
- Prepare and protect reagent Solutions as required to ensure product integrity and quality from start to finish of the manufacturing process including filling process.
- Continually checks chemical availability ahead of scheduled manufacturing including availability of other supplies and equipment.
- Prepare and coordinate the preparation and handling of special equipment required for special medias.
- Maintain all documentation in order, ensures written information is legible and recorded as part of the manufacturing process as required and required forms are completed as part of the SOP.
- Maintain an organized and clean work environment in the working Laboratory and other work areas required for product manufacturing, including the sterilization and cleaning of all equipment.
- Perform pre-inspection of equipment to ensure equipment is properly clean and has been sterilized, correctly by careful review of sterilization print out.
- Maintain required equipment in good working order and verifies equipment is calibrated.
- Participate in special projects required to ensure product quality and promote continuous process improvements. Evaluate and validate new chemical vendors for many of the chemicals used in reagent manufacturing. Collaborate with R&D to resolve product issues and recommend alternative viable solutions.
- Provide training and guidance to new hires as needed. Answer questions and provide assistance upon request to other departments.
Benefits
- 15 days of PTO & 10 paid company holidays
- Medical with HSA employer contribution, Dental, Vision available 1st of the month after start date
- Company paid Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and an Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) with Safe Harbor and Profit-Sharing employer contributions
- Tuition Reimbursement program
- Charitable Contribution matching
- Employee Referral bonus opportunities.
- State paid short-term disability for California based employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
