The Production Technician safely operates, monitors, and maintains production equipment for daily processing operations within a Contract Manufacturing Operation. Duties include utility/water checks, media prep, building and inoculating vessels, sampling, recording process data, packaging finished product, COP cleaning, CIP/SIP line-outs, and basic troubleshooting. The role reports deviations and equipment concerns promptly, follows all SOPs, safety and quality standards, and company policies, and requires strong attention to detail and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Duties:Run all Upstream and Downstream processes, including media prep, vessel builds (Seeds 1–4), and packaging finished product. Operate Packaging, BMH, Fermentation, EVAP, Spray Dryer, UHT, Centrifuge, Homogenizer, Membrane skid, Ceramic skid, and Sterile filter equipment. Perform swabs and ATP testing, COP, and CIP/SIP line-outs; assist with inoculating and sterilizing seed fermenters; take process samples; keep documentation and the pH board current; follow the Priorities board; maintain a clean work area; and safely handle CIP chemicals and supply containers.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Safety Standards, Quality Standards, and all company policies.
Wear required PPE and follow all PPE and safety procedures.
Safely move liquids and raw materials through the facility; understand pipe flow, CIP panels, pumps, and instrumentation.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
Follow permit procedures for all processes and equipment.
Identify out-of-conformance conditions and notify supervision.
Work occasional non-routine hours and holidays.
Knowledge, Skills and ExperienceRequired:High school diploma or GED.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong safety awareness.
Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to troubleshoot operating issues and recommend solutions.
Excellent teamwork skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.