Biotechnician - Biomarker and Immunoassay (LEGENDplex™)
San Diego, California
Responsibilities
Location San Diego, CaliforniaUS Job ID JR-031875BioLegend, Inc. (a PerkinElmer Company) develops world-class, cutting-edge antibodies and reagents for biomedical research, manufactured in our state-of-the-art facility in San Diego, CA. Our mission is to accelerate research and discovery by providing the highest quality products at an outstanding value, along with superior customer service and technical support. Our product expertise covers a diverse set of research areas including Immunology, Neuroscience, Cancer, Stem cells, and Cell Biology.
In 2021, PerkinElmer, Inc. (NYSE: PKI) a global leader committed to innovating for a healthier world, acquired BioLegend. The acquisition, the largest in PerkinElmer’s history, further expands the Company’s life science franchise into high-growth areas such as cytometry, proteogenomics, multiplex assays, recombinant proteins, magnetic cell separation and bioprocessing.
Job Summary
The Manufacturing Support Tech – Order fulfilment coordinator for the LEGENDplex™ Group will be responsible for buffer preparation, bottling and labeling, and fulfilling customer orders.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Assist in performing various bottling related tasks to include dispensing antibody solutions, capping, crimping and labeling of vials, tubes or bottles, and assembly of kits
Formulate products per approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions including multi-component cocktail formulations
Verify formulation worksheets to ensure that information such as concentrations, lot numbers etc. are correct
Put away finished goods products according to their designated temperature conditions
Use computer programs such as Microsoft Excel
Set-up and prepare equipment for ongoing operations
Operate computer-controlled process support/process equipment (i.e., filling line, lyophilizer, capping, labeling machine, etc.)
Follow instructions for completion of job tasks
Adhere to correct procedures, policies and health/safety guidelines
Clean and maintain work area and all lab equipment and supplies
May perform data entry and production documentation completion tasks
Preparation of Matrix, SA-PE, set-up beads, and other common components
In-process testing of buffers and common components
Order fulfillment, sub-panel kit assembly, and custom kit assembly
Provide training and assistance to bottling technicians of all levels
Assist in the editing and updating of SOPs and documentation in the BMIA Assembly area
Other tasks as assigned by team lead or supervisor
iACT Competencies
innovate – Be better, keep improving, be more efficient, creative, and be in the forefront of development
Aspire – Have desire, purpose, and ambition challenging ourselves to push the limits and reach new heights
Collaborate – Foster teamwork, common goals, selflessness, communication and mutual support
Transform – Adapt, learn, re-invent and change for future development and growth
Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience
Associates degree in Biology or related field or high school diploma and 2+ years’ experience in a regulated laboratory setting
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes
Basic computer skills, with the ability to use Microsoft Office products is a plus
Must be organized, have ability to learn, retain, and to follow procedures, protocols, and instruction
Must have the ability to communicate (oral and written) and to multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications – Education and Experience
1+ years of hands-on experience with bottling/labeling/packaging immunoassay related products
One year of Good Laboratory Practice and Good Documentation Practice experience
Working experience in GMP industry and setting in compliance with ISO13485 standards
Good time management and planning skills
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Lab
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory environment performing lab bench work or data entry. Occasional exposure to a warehouse environment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.
Condition of Employment
Concerns regarding COVID-19 continue as positive cases are experienced in the communities in which we operate. Please be aware that, as a condition of employment, BioLegend requires proof of COVID vaccination for all U.S.-based employees (subject to limited exceptions) beginning January 18, 2022
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.