Upstream Technician I

Description

Job purpose

The role of the LFA Upstream Technician I is to manufacture high quality LFA products for IMMY customers. This technician will succeed in this role by gaining knowledge of and understanding the history, processes, and goals of this product line. Under moderate supervision, they will focus on LFA gold conjugation and testing, buffer preparation and manipulation, and will likely perform tasks such as packaging and labeling of WIP and Finished Good items, while keeping accurate and complete records using our ERP system. The LFA Upstream Technician I is encouraged to generate ideas to improve processes or product quality.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Trained on and operates production equipment related, but not limited to, LFA line reagent and colloidal gold manufacturing processes
• Monitors WIP and Finished Good inventory in collaboration with the manager
• Works closely with Manufacturing Support to ensure all upstream LFA equipment is properly maintained
• Displays independence in their work
• Assists Manufacturing Support with validations for equipment and processes
• Working knowledge of all LFA packaging processes
• Actively contributes to optimization and improvements of processes and equipment
• Assists in training of LFA Technicians
• Any other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field or work experience
• 0-1 years of related experience
• Ability to perform minor troubleshooting
• Good teamwork, professional behavior, and effective communication skills
• Must be comfortable performing repetitive tasks with a high attention to detail
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience in an ISO 14971, ISO 13485, and/or FDA regulated environment
• Experience working in a laboratory and use of general lab equipment
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employment: IMMY is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws. IMMY will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Background Check Policy: All offers of employment at IMMY are contingent upon clear, acceptable results of a thorough background check. IMMY performs all background checks in compliance with EEOC and FCRA regulations and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws.