Production Technician 1

About MP Biomedicals:

MP Biomedicals is a global life science company with headquarters in California and regional offices across the globe. The company offers a diverse portfolio of life science products, fine chemicals, and diagnostics used in industries ranging from basic research to clinical diagnostics and pharmaceuticals. Over the past 50 years, we have provided quality tools and expert services to assist our customers in making breakthrough discoveries and achieving scientific excellence.

Company Mission Statement:

Our mission is to empower global research that unlocks life-changing solutions and inspires a meaningful life.

Company Values:

• Respect
• Meaningful Work
• Career Development
• Accountability
• Honesty

MP Biomedicals Benefits:

• Bonus Pay
• Monthly Childcare Credit
• Free breakfast on Mondays
• Free Catered Lunches Tuesday-Friday
• Paid Vacation
• Paid PTO Hours
• 10 Paid Company Holidays per Year
• 401k with Company Match
• Competitive Healthcare Benefits
• HSA
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-term Disability
• Learning and Development Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• And so much more!

Primary Function:

The production assistant is responsible for supporting production by handling routine tasks and laboratory logistics, clean-up, and planning. The ideal person will have some understanding in Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Biology, attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Job Description:

• Assist lab staff with daily tasks, including but not limited to filling vials and bottles, packing boxes, and inventory management.
• Assist with kits assembling and pick/pack tasks as required.
• Prepare and clean up equipment used in experiments, tests, and production.
• Help in the setup and breakdown of experiments and demonstrations as needed.
• Complete quality control and quality assurance processes to insure the reliability of lab results (temperature monitoring, weigh check and so on).
• Follow established protocols, safety standards to ensure accurate and consistent results.
• Collaborate with other team members and departments to ensure project goals and timelines are met.
• Stay attuned to advancements in lab techniques and technology.
• Strictly adhere to safety protocols at all times to prevent accidents and hazardous events.
• Monitor and report any issues or malfunctions with equipment to the appropriate personnel.
• Cross-train across related functions to ensure operational flexibility and team coverage.
• Maintain a foundational understanding of this position and other similar roles to provide support during staff absences, peak demand, or special projects.
• Perform all other duties as assigned, including any additional responsibilities necessary to support the success of the department and organization.

Work Environment:

• Works almost exclusively in a Production environment, including:
• Walk in Refrigerator
• Walk in Freezer
• Use of tow motor
• Ability to routinely lift and/or move boxes is required, some up to 50 pounds or more.
• Working with closed chemical containers
• Bending, standing, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head, possibly for extended periods of time up to entire work shift.
• Frequent walking in the department and throughout the entire facility.
• Ascending and descending ladders to retrieve or put away material safely and without limitation.
• PPE as required.