Operations Associate - Facilities

Salary range: 60k - 80kTitle: Operations Associate, FacilitiesVaxess is developing a pipeline of next-generation therapeutics on our novel micro-array patch platform. With only five minutes of wear-time on the skin, the Vaxess’ patch combines room temperature stability with simplified application to dramatically alter the way that drugs are delivered. Vaxess is committed to enabling products that are not only more effective, but also more accessible to patients around the world. Research & development at Vaxess is cross-disciplinary, integrating mechanical, industrial, biomedical, andchemical engineering with chemistry, biology, and human factors to address important unmet medical needs. We are seeking a talented, collaborative, and highly motivated engineer to join our growing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to build manufacturing capacity from the ground up to bring innovative technology to the global vaccine and therapeutic market. Vaxess Manufacturing TourResponsibilitiesProvide support for the overall lab environment, ensuring proper functioning of utilities, lab equipment and lifesafety systemsPerform facility & safety inspections including chemical, biological and universal waste consolidationPerform equipment installations, qualifications and calibrations for lab & facility equipment/caseworkProvide support to various facilities administration duties including but not limited to external vendorcoordination, landlord services, HVAC, plumbing, etc.Provide support to consumable, chemical and off-site storage inventoriesCollaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support product development and manufacturing activitiesMaintain necessary certifications DOT, RCRA, Bloodborne Pathogens, etc.Qualifications2-4 years’ experience as on-site technician working in an industrial R&D, Quality Control or Manufacturing labHighschool Diploma/GED is required, BS in STEM degree is a plusAbility to lift 50 Lbs. & work across multiple sitesFamiliarity with Lab standards, compressed gas and laboratory utilities, generators, HVAC, IT & access controlFamiliarity or experience working in GxP, a cleanroom and/or a biomedical laboratory environmentExcellent time and project management skills and proven ability to meet goals and deadlinesDemonstrated ability to build, repair and maintain equipment, fixtures and furnitureDemonstrated abilities to learn new skills and fields, creatively solve challenging technical problems, thinkindependently, and work collaboratively in diverse multidisciplinary teamsEntrepreneurial spirit and drive to positively impact global human healthVaxess is building a team of exceptional people to rapidly advance product development. We work closely as a team and thrive in a dynamic, exciting, and engaging work environment. If you’re interested in joining the Vaxess team, please submit your CV/resume to .