Job Title: Scientist I, Manufacturing
Location: Fremont, CA
Duration: 6 Months+
Pay: $25 to 30/hr. on W2
Shift: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Notes:
May extend or convert after 6 months, based on performance and business needs.
Description: Location/Division Specific Information
Part of Clinical Diagnostics Division of Specialty Diagnostics Group
Client Impactful Work:

• You will be responsible for manufacturing products for the Bulk Formulations team and complete associated cGMP documentation.
• You will work with chemicals and biologicals to manufacture reagents, calibrators, and controls for IVD immunoassay use and participate in process improvements projects.

A day in the Life:

• Manufacture products including reagents, calibrators, buffers, controls, and intermediates, and complete batch records while maintaining cGMPs and GDP
• Perform in-process testing using clinical analyzers and analyze raw data for in-process adjustments and product release
• Review of other manufacturing operators/scientist’s batch records
• Maintain and analyze lot histories for trends and discrepancies
• Perform laboratory activities including weighing, transferring, and mixing required chemicals and performing product filtration
• Participate in process improvement projects to improve operational efficiencies and support business needs through 5s and lab clean ups
• Modify SOPs, work instructions, and reports with mentorship
• Initiate and support investigations for quality documentation including non-conformances, CAPAs, and Variances
• Maintain and troubleshoot testing and formulations equipment as appropriate
• Keep department supervisor and/or manager updated on all issues
• Perform other job duties as the need arises

Keys to Success:
Education

• BS/BA in Scientific field in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related technical discipline; equivalent combination of education and years of related experience may be substituted

Experience:

• 1+ years of related experience and/or training preferred
• Laboratory skills, including pipetting, safety, and hazardous chemical handling and knowledge of safety precautions
• Experience in working with potentially hazardous chemicals and human source materials preferred
• Familiarity with Quality System Regulations and ISO 13485 regulations is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to perform tasks in compliance with GMP, GDP, QSRs, ISO and IVD regulations
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and can prioritize own and other’s work to meet business efficiency metrics
• Self-sufficient, self-motivated, and focused

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Controlled Substance Handling: This role involves the handling, management, and oversight of controlled substances. The role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines on controlled substances.
• Exposure to Controlled Substances: The role may be exposed to controlled substances during their duties. Proper safety protocols and protective measures will be provided and must be strictly followed.
• Safety Protocols: Ability to adhere to strict safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Background Check: Successful completion of a background check, including screening for any history related to controlled substances.
• Ability to occasionally lift 50lbs, routinely lift 25lbs