Biological Technician (Wednesday – Saturday)
Location: Irvine, CA
Shift: Wednesday - Saturday
Key Responsibilities
- Production & Laboratory Operations
- Manufacture biological indicator components in accordance with cGMP procedures, including but not limited to:
- Spore seeding and inoculation
- Agar pour plate preparation and testing
- Harvesting and washing operations
- Preparation of sub‑assemblies and raw materials
- Execute assigned production tasks in accordance with approved manufacturing procedures and schedules
Equipment, Area, and Material Support
- Perform routine preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment per approved SOPs
- Conduct daily area housekeeping and maintain laboratory readiness in compliance with cGMP requirements
- Perform inventory reconciliation checks and restock laboratory supplies as required
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare, complete, and review batch records and production documentation in accordance with cGDP requirements
- Accurately maintain charts, in‑process records, and inspection aids (IAs)
- Ensure personal compliance with all Federal, State, local, and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Operational Support & Communication
- Communicate operational issues, risks, or improvement opportunities to supervision or management
- Support test method development, validation activities, investigations, or inspections as directed
- Collaborate with cross‑functional partners including Quality, R&D, Production Planning, Manufacturing Engineering, and Master Data as required
Education and Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in a chemistry or biologics laboratory environment required.
- Experience working in an FDA‑regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
- Working knowledge of cGMP and cGDP requirements
- Basic laboratory techniques, including aseptic processing
- Basic computer skills (word processing and spreadsheets)
- Ability to operate automated or semi‑automated laboratory equipment
- Knowledge of SAP or inventory management systems preferred
- Ability to work in a manufacturing laboratory environment
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (lab coat, gloves, etc.)
- Ability to lift 31–50 lbs
Schedule may include weekend work