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Production Assistant-BioChemical (Carlsbad)
By | February 25, 2009
We are currently hiring a Production Assistant with biochemical experience to work for one of our valued clients in the Carlsbad area.
Carry out standard operating procedures involving basic laboratory techniques, calculations, materials measurement, operation of laboratory equipment and record keeping necessary to manufacture products. Responsible for Batch Data Records, notebooks, customer reports and work order documents.
Utilize specialized technical knowledge and skills to make detailed observations and analyze data to ensure processes and products are within operating parameters. Advise manager of factors that may affect quality of product. Suggest options / ideas for corrective and preventative actions.
Complete quality analysis of reagents, components and finished products in accordance with the Manufacturing Schedule.
Maintain equipment, product inventories and related records as assigned. Note variances on manufacturing documents; audit and evaluate process documents and propose revisions. Complete, distribute and file records as required in accordance with Document Control Practices.
Actively participate in the identification and implementation of manufacturing procedures intended to optimize existing processes and ensure achievement of regulatory requirements. Procedures will typically target improvements in assay variability, reduced cycle time, reduced manufacturing time and cost.
Actively participate in troubleshooting and variable identification for specific processes or activities as assigned. Report findings to team management and members with recommendations for improvement.
May research new methods or steps in a process and present findings and recommendations to the team, including developing new and revised Standard Operating Procedures.
Complete, distribute and file records; prepare ad hoc reports as requested.
Works in both a lab environment and manufacturing facility with specialized equipment. Employees may be required to operate automated and semi-automated equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, lifting up to 20 lbs will be required on a frequent basis. May intermittently sit at desk for a long period of time to answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May work in temperatures below zero degrees for short lengths of time.
This position largely interacts with equivalent and higher levels of personnel in the manufacturing area. Good oral and written communication skills are required to provide detailed updates on status of manufacturing assignments, identify problems and implement solutions in a team environment. Effectiveness in this role requires a functional knowledge of Invitrogens manufacturing process and Standard Operating Procedures and the ability to see opportunities for improved effectiveness. The job encounters work situations of moderate scope and complexity and identifiable factors. Works on problems where analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors. Incumbent exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine action. The incumbent normally receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instruction on new assignments.
Requires at least two (2) years experience in the application of Molecular Biology laboratory techniques in a manufacturing environment or research laboratory. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of scientific laboratory techniques, equipment and materials required. Experience in the use of basic laboratory techniques, including buffer preparation, PCR, RT-PCR, quantitative PCR, protein and nucleic acid gel electrophoresis, cloning, nucleic acid isolation/purification, restriction enzyme digests, transformations, flourometry, UV Spec. and Western, Northern and Southern blotting is beneficial. Experience with analytical methods also a plus: MALDI, CE, HPLC etc. Experience with radioactive isotopes handling is also desired. Demonstrated ability to carry out scientific procedures and make recommendations for improvement required. Experience assessing current processes and techniques and implementing procedural improvements preferred. Good problem solving skills necessary. Working knowledge of manufacturing related computer software preferred. Basic math skills required.
Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other related discipline, or the equivalent knowledge and experience.
For immediate consideration please respond to this posting and we will get back to you as soon as we review your resume.
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