Manufacturing Associate

Manufacturing Associate – Gene Production

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Manufacturing Associate for a contract-to-hire position at a premier client in the synthetic biology industry. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: Shift

2A: $21/hour + shift differential = $26.12/hr

2B: $21/hour + shift differential = $25.86/hr

Overview

This client is an industry-leading synthetic biology company focused on developing disruptive Synthetic DNA technology. This technology will enable widespread health and sustainability, allowing synthetic biologists to engineer organisms for various groundbreaking applications.

In this role, you’ll be working with a team of dedicated professionals to produce custom oligonucleotide products. This role will give you an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a high throughput manufacturing environment, contributing to the development of products that have significant impacts on health and sustainability.

Schedule:

2A: Alt Saturday, Sunday-Tuesday (7:00pm-7:30am)

2B: Wednesday-Friday, Alt Saturday (7:00pm-7:30am)

Responsibilities:

• Manufacture high-quality custom oligo-containing products in a high-throughput manufacturing lab according to established SOPs.
• Operate robotic laboratory equipment and traditional lab equipment (bioanalyzers, centrifuges, sealers, thermocyclers, spectrometers, HPLCs, Next Gen Sequencing, etc.).
• Utilize traditional molecular biology processes and techniques, especially PCR, DNA quantitation and handling, and DNA purification.
• Maintain thorough, accurate, and detailed documentation of all work produced in batch records, databases, or other acceptable formats, including problems and deviations.
• Update and write work instructions and documentation.
• Work independently and maintain safety standards.
• Ensure attention to detail for process consistency.
• Document, troubleshoot, and address process deviations.
• Package products.
• Work in an ISO, GMP, LEAN manufacturing environment and follow lean manufacturing concepts.
• Complete assigned tasks daily to keep manufacturing on track.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/associate degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field. Relevant laboratory experience will also be considered.
• Familiarity or prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Excel, Word, Jira/Confluence, and web-based programs.

Typical Working Conditions:

• Team-based laboratory environment.
• Controlled laboratory environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods while performing duties.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Flexibility to work outside regular work hours as needed.

What happens next:

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience are a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.