Production Technician II, LS

Corporate OverviewArgonaut Manufacturing Services Inc. is a contract manufacturing organization (CMO) headquartered in Carlsbad, CA with over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space across four locations. The company is dedicated to serving highly innovative companies in the biopharmaceutical and molecular diagnostics industries. Argonaut is a full service, cost-effective partner, providing complete solutions in the areas of formulation, filling and final kitting of reagents and consumables. Argonaut provides quality and regulatory expertise to assure the highest in quality manufacturing and supply chain excellence.Pay RangePay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00 per hour, depending on experience. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This is a temp to hire position.Position OverviewThe Production Technician is responsible for executing all processes in production while strictly adhering to cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply. Under the general direction of the lead technician and the overall direction of the supervisor, this position shall be responsible for the hands-on execution of all activities in the production area. All of the specific requirements presented in this job description are applicable to the functional area in which it resides. This role is 100% on-site position Monday - Friday 8 hours/day (excluding lunch break). Overtime, weekends and holidays may be required. Scheduled start times are either 6am or noon. Exceptions to the schedule must be approved by the manager in advance.Responsibilities and DutiesAbility to work within an ISO 13485 and cGMP production environment and ensure compliance with our quality system.Execute documentation based on cGMP and GDP procedures, as well as perform documentation review post manufacturing execution.Perform label printing, formulations, filling, and kitting.Clean and sanitize manufacturing and associated support areas.Responsible for monitoring machinery and reporting alarms to lead technician or Supervisor. Conduct daily documentation review.Participate in Quality Working Teams and Continuous Improvement Teams.Operate large machinery and monitor automated.Employee may be required to handle, dispose and manage hazardous wastes in compliance with company procedures & State/Federal/Local hazardous waste regulations. Duties may include identifying, handling, generating, accumulating, storing, labeling, and on-site transporting of hazardous wastes. Perform daily arithmetic calculations as it pertains to total volume and liquid concentrations. Perform daily unit conversions as it pertains to gravimetric and volumetric measurements.Operate production equipment such as pipettes, balances, pH meter and densitometers, semi automated fillers, and sealers .Monitor department equipment for proper operation that is within calibration.Ensure compliance with SOP/cGMP and cGDP requirements. Receive and distribute supplies into the production area as necessary. Perform NetSuite transaction, issue material, completion and closing of work orders.May assist with review of quality assurance logbooks.May perform other duties as assigned.Requirements and QualificationsRequires high school diploma or general education GED3-year work experience in manufacturing and in cGMP environmentProven ability to formulate solutions.Must be punctual and maintain attendance.Must be able to read and follow detailed written instructions and have good verbal/written communication skills.Must be able to read, write, and converse in English to train and understand cGMP manufacturing and SOP's.Understands Manufacturing Production Processes as it pertains to product integrity processes; visual inspection of components, finished goods; manual and semi-automated packaging; product labeling.Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.Basic Knowledge of Formulation/Filling/Kitting operations and capabilities.Argonaut Manufacturing Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability, or any other class protected by Federal, State or local laws. Argonaut complies will all employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and all must have the authorization to work in the US.

Salary : $20 - $26