What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biotechnologist position at katalyst HLS?
Responsible for manufacturing therapeutic proteins (API) under cGMP conditions. Work includes operating equipment, following SOPs, performing basic lab tasks, and maintaining a clean production environment. Must be comfortable working in a cleanroom and handling documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow SOPs and process recipes for production
- Operate equipment including CIP and SIP systems
- Perform basic lab tasks (pH, conductivity, sampling)
- Transfer raw materials and chemicals
- Clean and sanitize facility and equipment
- Record production data (written and electronic)
- Attend meetings, shift exchanges, and send emails
- Support 6S and improvement projects
- Work in cleanroom with proper gowning
- Perform other duties as assigned
Mandatory Skills
- Basic understanding of GMP rules
- Able to follow written procedures (SOPs)
- Comfortable working in cleanroom with gowning
- Can operate machines and automated systems
- Knows basic lab tasks like pH and sampling
- Able to move and handle materials safely
- Good at writing and electronic documentation
- Willing to clean and sanitize equipment
- Can attend meetings and send emails
- Basic computer knowledge
Education
- Minimum: High School Diploma
- Preferred: Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or related field
Preferred Backgrounds
Candidates with science education or manufacturing experience from these fields have done well:
- Food service (cooks who follow recipes)
- Pharmacy technicians
- EMTs, nurses, nurse aides
- Security guards
- Tech support, robotics, mechanical trades
- Sig Sauer or regulated manufacturing employees
Job Type: Contract
Pay: Up to $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22