Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician I

At Nucleus Biologics, we are passionate about supporting the development of groundbreaking discoveries and improving the quality of life for patients. Our cell culture products and services fuel today's therapies and tomorrow's innovations. As the Cell Performance Company, we are the leading provider of custom cell growth media, tools, and technologies that support every stage of development from research through commercialization. We are committed to delivering premium products and services through a transparent, consistent, and proven supply chain that eliminates variability.

The Manufacturing Technician I will assist the Manufacturing team and report into the Associate Manufacturing Manager. This individual will work onsite at our San Diego, California location.

What you'll do:

• Assist in the management of inventory including raw materials, consumables, and finished products.
• Oversee upkeep of equipment, including cleaning, preventative maintenance, and calibration.
• Execute manufacturing processes as outlined by the production schedule.
• Ensure training records are up-to-date before batch record execution.
• Perform essential cleanroom maintenance including cleaning, stocking materials, and maintaining accurate usage documentation.
• Prepare materials for production through manufacturing tubing assemblies and conducting autoclave sterilization to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Assist in supporting tasks including but not limited to preparation, cleans, critical monitoring, GDP documentation, and step execution.

Compliance:

• Maintain a solid understanding of and comply with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) and GDP (Good Documentation Practices).
• Ensure proper tagging, maintenance, and calibration of assets and equipment is up to date prior to production.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree Required, Bachelor's Degree is a plus.
• Preferred BS/BA in Biology/Immunology.
• Requires 1+ years of experience in biologics or cell manufacturing.
• Prior experience working in cGMP environment is a plus.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience in cGMP manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Experience in formulation or media manufacturing is a plus.
• Cell culture experience is a plus.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment consistent with Company guidelines.
• Strong process mindset.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to hear and speak to employees and external associates on the phone and in person.
• Ability to see the letters and numbers on a personal computer screen and on memos, reports and other documents (near vision).
• Ability to walk and/or drive between buildings on campus, up to.3 miles for San Diego based positions.
• Ability to lift at 25 lbs. to a height of 3-4 feet on a regular basis.

Travel Requirements:

• May require travel to and from Nucleus Biologics offices or customer/vendor locations based on position.