Reagent Manufacturing Associate

TekWissen LLC

Carlsbad, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$28–$30
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Biochemistry, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Chemistry, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Datasheets, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Documentation, Environmental Research, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Hazardous Materials/Substances, Healthcare, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), ISO 9001, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Techniques, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Software, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microsoft Excel, Molecular Biology, Organizational Skills, Procedure Implementation, Product Development, Production Support, Pumps, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Compliance, Research & Development (R&D), Research Laboratory, Safety Compliance, Scientific Research, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Writing, Workforce Management
LOCATION
Carlsbad, CA
POSTED
8 days ago

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The job opportunity below is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to helping customers make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Their global team delivers innovative technologies, convenient procurement solutions, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.

Position: Reagent Manufacturing Associate
Location: Carlsbad, CA 92008
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Shift: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Summary

The Reagent Manufacturing Associate / Scientist I Manufacturing will support the manufacturing of molecular biology reagents used within the Life Sciences industry. This position is responsible for executing laboratory manufacturing processes, including buffer preparation, reagent formulation, protein dilutions, and documentation activities in a controlled laboratory environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong laboratory skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative manufacturing team.

Responsibilities

  • Perform manufacturing processes in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within a Research Use Only (RUO) environment.
  • Prepare buffers, perform solution dilutions, reagent formulations, and bulk dilutions of purified proteins.
  • Utilize laboratory equipment including pH meters, refractometers, pipettes, peristaltic pumps, and buffer carboys.
  • Accurately document manufacturing activities and data within batch records.
  • Read, understand, and implement laboratory procedures and technical documentation.
  • Handle biological and chemical reagents safely and in compliance with safety regulations.
  • Maintain awareness and understanding of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for relevant materials.
  • Identify and communicate process issues, deviations, and improvement opportunities.
  • Assist in the development, revision, and implementation of SOPs, batch records, and other technical documents.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams consisting of individuals with diverse technical backgrounds.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and efficiency.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Preferably 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing environment or research and development laboratory.
  • Experience with solution preparation, dilution techniques, and laboratory equipment.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing quality systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and/or GMP environments is preferred.
  • Basic understanding of protein chemistry and related laboratory techniques.
  • Strong organizational, documentation, and data analysis skills.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with manufacturing-related software.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under production-driven timelines.
  • Work within a clean, controlled manufacturing laboratory environment.
  • Regular standing for extended periods throughout the shift.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds independently and heavier materials with assistance when required.
  • Comfortable working with chemicals, biological reagents, and hazardous materials.
  • Ability to work in a +4 C cold-room environment.
  • Flexibility to work overtime and non-standard schedules as needed to support production requirements.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

About the Company

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TekWissen LLC

WE THE TEKWISSEN PEOPLE

TekWissen offers you a broader portfolio of services, industry-leading solutions, and the meaningful innovations that give you greater flexibility and speed to respond to market dynamics, reduced costs and risk to improve enterprise performance, and increased productivity to enable growth.

To keep pace with global market demands, TekWissen keeps its finger on the pulse of change. Our organized approach to guiding a project from its inception to closure. Managing projects is becoming more and more important as we enter the digital era. To cope with the pace that this transition demands, a method is required to manage projects so they can yield quality work, while incorporating efficient use of time and resources.

Project involves identifying which quality standards are relevant to the project and determining how to satisfy them.

It is important to perform quality planning during the Planning Process and should be done alongside the other project planning processes because changes in the quality will likely require changes in the other planning processes, or the desired product quality may require a detailed risk analysis of an identified problem. It is important to remember that quality should be planned, designed, then built in, not added on after the fact.

Capabilities and accomplishments in one TekWissen business enhance the opportunity for success in the others. Put simply, TekWissen's unique combination of attributes promotes success.



COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2009
WEBSITE
http://www.tekwissen.com/