Manufacturing Technician II

Description

POSITION SUMMARY :

Production role in consumables, kit or reagent manufacturing responsible for meeting production schedules in a fast-paced, high throughput industrial setting. This may include the production of coated plates, chemical buffers, biological diluents / reagents and / or assembled kits for customer order fulfillment. Some degree of professional latitude, creativity and self management is expected. This position may manage very specific aspects of the manufacturing process within the department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Program, operate and troubleshoot automated equipment used to perform and produce biological assays and / or reagents
• Contribute to process improvement, assay and process development for manufacturing
• Manufacture custom and / or prototype requests for customers
• Documentation

o Complete appropriate documentation to support process and production procedures including data capture, forms, logbooks, and inventory batch records

o Daily maintenance and documentation of all production equipment

o Develop reports and present information to appropriate stakeholders

o Develop and implement SOPs

o Maintain physical inventory by processing / aliquotting / vialing / labeling materials

o Prepare, update and report raw material, reagent and / or coated plate inventories

o Participate in year-end physical inventory

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS :

o Experience with MRP / ERP and JDE systems preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

o High throughput screening

o Manufacturing immunoassays and / or reagents

o Reagent stability testing

o In-vitro diagnostic instrumentation and devices

o Effectively communicate issues / problems and results that impact timelines, accuracy and reliability of laboratory data

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Standard industrial manufacturing, logistics and / or cleanroom environment

COMPENSATION SUMMARY :

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $45,500 to $66,000. This salary range represents a general guideline as MSD considers other factors when presenting an offer of employment, such as scope and responsibilities of the position, external market factors, and the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, education and experience. Employees may qualify for a discretionary or non-discretionary bonus in addition to their base salary. These annual bonuses are intended to recognize individual performance and enable employees to benefit from the Company's overall success.

BENEFITS SUMMARY :

At MSD, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and financial security. In addition to competitive salaries, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits. We provide a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts, and company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance as well as group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Our offerings also encompass paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave, along with an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary perks include a fitness club membership contribution, pet insurance, identity theft protection, home and auto insurance discounts, and optional supplemental life insurance.

EEO / AA STATEMENT :

MSD is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, protected veteran status, pregnancy, disability status, or any other protected characteristic. For our full EEO / AA and Pay Transparency statement, please click on the following link :

Meso Scale Diagnostics uses E-Verify to validate the work eligibility of candidates.

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma (required)

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