Formulation Technician

We are a leading global provider of high-quality biological specimens and value-added services. By combining technical expertise, exceptional customer service, and unparalleled access to biological specimens. Our mission is to provide high quality biological tissues, fluids, cell products, and services to our customers to further pharmaceutical research focused on bettering lives.

Our global team is made up of a diverse group of professionals committed to serving the needs of our 30,000 clients around the globe. Our culture’s core values consist of respect, integrity, accountability, communication, and quality. We operate in a fast-paced environment that, while in operation for over 30 years, maintains an entrepreneurial spirit and a “can do” attitude.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The purpose of the Formulation Technician position is to ensure that our product customer needs are met regarding the production of all media products.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

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  Works directly within the Production and HEPATOPAC groups in the manufacturing of all internal and external media products.
• Responsible for the cleaning and routine maintenance of all equipment.
• Ability to weigh chemicals, dispense, filter, aliquot, and label the prepared solutions and media kit components.
• Preparation of buffers and media from small and large-scale buffer prep, from less than 0.5 liters up to 50 liters.
• Identify and implement improvements for existing processes.
• Prepare and inspect equipment for use in chemical and bio-formulations. Set up pumps, filters, tubing connections, and mixers.
• Perform basic analytical testing.
• Responsible for the quality of the products produced.
• Continuously follows all safety requirements including PPE.
• Requests materials via Kanban system as needed.
• Performs work according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and departmental policies.
• Can complete batch records in accordance with Quality Assurance (QA) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) protocols.
• Performs work according to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations as required by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
• Member of “on call” team at the Assistant level for the preparation of material from human sources.
• Maintains stock levels of internally utilized products.
• Utilizes sterile technique when required for scientific tasks.
• Maintains orderly, clean, and safe workplace.
• Troubleshoots and help with special projects and product development, as assigned.
• Complete trainings in a MasterControl as assigned.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily after appropriate training. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

• Biotechnology Certification Completion OR
• BA/BS degree in a scientific field with 0-3 years relevant experience OR
• Prior relevant experience may be substituted for a degree.

Skills

Require:

• Computer literate – experienced with spreadsheets and word processing (MS Excel and Word)
• Ability to work on an “On Call” team.
• Ability to work at least one weekend a month with the HEPATOPAC manufacturing group.
• Experience with aseptic technique.

Prefer:

• Biological production experience preparing buffers and media.
• Experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience with cell culture techniques.
• Aseptic technique

Plus Factors:

• Familiarity with GLP.
• Exposure to working with cryopreserved inventories.

Required Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The work environment and physical demands described here 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.

• Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time in and out of the lab.
• Ability to perform intricate work with hands.
• Lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to accurately read, record, and communicate information.
• Work requires handling potentially hazardous substances (toxic or caustic chemicals).
• Ability to walk up and down small steps.
• While on call, individual may work hours in excess of 12 hours per day, including overnight.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package for eligible team members including medical, dental, vision, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, hospital indemnity and accident insurance. We also offer a generous retirement plan with a company match. Eligible employees also enjoy competitive time-off policies. We are a collaborative environment that promotes growth from within. Enjoy company-sponsored events for the entire team!

We can’t wait to work with you!

We are an equal opportunity employer.