Manufacturing Associate II

Job Title: Manufacturing Associate II

About the Role

The Manufacturing Associate II supports the Reagent Formulation team by performing hands-on manufacturing and quality control activities for reagent and buffer consumables. This role is responsible for reagent formulation, filling, packaging, and analytical testing, while maintaining rigorous documentation and inventory control. Working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment, this position plays a key role in meeting production goals and supporting research and development (R&D) initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute assigned manufacturing tasks for reagents and buffers in accordance with approved batch records (BRs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare and formulate buffers and reagents up to 50 liters with accuracy, consistency, and compliance to specifications.
• Perform troubleshooting on formulations, filling processes, packaging operations, and analytical methods to ensure product quality.
• Conduct quality control testing and verification using standard laboratory instrumentation.
• Accurately collect, record, and analyze manufacturing and QC data to ensure complete and compliant documentation.
• Complete work orders from manufacturing through testing and release of products into inventory.
• Execute and continuously improve batch records and SOPs to enhance process robustness, efficiency, and compliance.
• Identify process gaps or deficiencies in formulations, SOPs, and material specifications, and recommend improvements.
• Maintain accurate material inventory through cycle counts, material ordering, and receipt of components and raw materials.
• Support filling operations to ensure timely and accurate completion of production runs.
• Lead kit support activities, including supervising kit assembly lines and ensuring all quality and documentation requirements are met.
• Support formulation and analytical equipment through calibration, validation, and basic troubleshooting.
• Track daily usage of reagents and consumables to ensure timely material availability for R&D and development teams.
• Collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing personnel in a cross-functional environment.
• Adapt effectively to changing priorities while maintaining a strong focus on quality and compliance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support manufacturing, quality, and development objectives.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with reagent and buffer formulation in a laboratory or manufacturing setting.
• Experience working with SOPs, batch records, and work instructions.
• Proficiency in standard laboratory techniques and safe handling of reagents.
• Experience using pH meters, conductivity meters, UV‑Vis spectrophotometers, and similar laboratory instruments.
• Ability to troubleshoot formulation, filling, packaging, and analytical issues.
• Strong quality mindset with experience performing QC testing of consumable products.
• Ability to accurately collect, organize, and interpret data.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with clear documentation practices.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Confluence, and other web-based documentation systems.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness and ability to work a 2nd shift schedule (2:00 pm – 10:30 pm).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in consumable manufacturing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with formulation, filling, packaging, and chromatography.
• Experience creating or updating Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Prior troubleshooting experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a life science or biotech manufacturing setting.
• Interest in supporting R&D and continuous process improvement alongside routine production work.

Work Environment

This position is based in a collaborative life science environment dedicated to developing innovative genetic analysis tools for research and clinical applications. The technology platform emphasizes high‑quality data and simplified workflows to advance discoveries and diagnostics in healthcare.

You will work in a modern laboratory and production setting alongside scientists, engineers, and manufacturing professionals, using standard analytical equipment such as pH meters, conductivity meters, UV‑Vis spectrophotometers, and related instrumentation. The role operates on a 2nd shift schedule (2:00 pm – 10:30 pm) and supports both daily manufacturing operations and R&D material needs.

The facility is located in a dynamic life science hub and offers a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and new product development. Standard laboratory and production safety practices apply, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adherence to documented procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $25 - $28