Manufacturing Technician II

The Ott Scientific family of companies comprises Polysciences, Bangs Laboratories, and Ethos Biosciences. Together, we bring the whole of our experience with best-in-class facilities and scientific, technical, analytical, and manufacturing capabilities to serve customers around the globe. We deliver highly specialized products and services that support scientific discovery and innovations.Polysciences technical operations and scientific laboratories offer custom synthesis, contract manufacturing and packaging, and laboratory products. We are proud to offer a broad range of products and tailored solutions for the life sciences, bioprocessing, microparticles, medical device, specialty chemical and eChem industries. We adhere to ISO13485:2016, FDA cGMP 21 CFR 820 regulations, and SOCMA’s ChemStewards® Management System. We believe the best scientific innovations are built through collaborations.At Polysciences, we take chemistry beyond the ordinary. We produce and sell specialty chemicals for several industries including pharmaceuticals, electronics, academic research and personal care. We need driven, detail-oriented team players to support our growing operations and customer base and identify further opportunities for growth.The Manufacturing Technician II is responsible for the production of commercial products for the profile of Polysciences’ products. This role involves providing training, troubleshooting, and production of all commercial products as needed. The Manufacturing Technician II supports investigations, corrective actions, safety, and quality improvements on operations within the production teams. We're looking for an Overnight shift (4:00 pm-2:00 am), 4 days per week, Production Technician to: Operations:Perform synthesis and blend batches for the profile of Polysciences’ as published on the weekly production scheduleReceive training as required to execute established production processes.Work cross functionally with other operational teams to resolve equipment and technical issues as they arise.Quality Assurance:Complete and document all activities and deviations per company GDP and QMS standards.Complete departmental PM and daily activities per established procedures.Aid non-conformance investigations and adapt corrective actions within time allotted as assigned by management.Process Improvement:Support transfer of NPIs with engineering, validation, and commercial training.Safety Compliance:Ensure safe working environment by following procedures, protocols, and 5s visual standards.Report any near-misses, accidents, or safety violations immediately. Assist as needed in EHS investigations.Inventory Management:Contribute to inventory accuracy by ensuring batch issuance, consumable usage, and waste tracking per assigned batch tickets.Education & Skills RequiredHigh School Diploma or equivalent with 3-5 years’ experience in a laboratory manufacturing setting preferred, but not required.Experience working in an ISO 13485 environment desired.Basic knowledge of Chemistry glassware and equipmentProficient in Microsoft Office productsMechanical knowledge and aptitudeAbility to understand and execute approved batch instructions.Experience with chemical handling is required.Ability to clean and maintain production equipment (reactors, blenders, filtration vessels, scales, carts, and miscellaneous glassware)- requiredExperience with hand tools to assemble production equipment - requiredExperience working with controlled documents and established operating procedures.Good Documentation PracticeAbility to read and understand an MSDS.Forklift certification preferredExperience being involved in quality audits preferredCommercialization scale up experience preferredPrevious OSHA/HAZwoper training preferredWhat We OfferCultureGreat peoplePeer to Peer RecognitionBroader, hands-on work experienceClean and Modern Equipment & LabsFun company eventsCompetitive Wages & Generous Year-end BonusComprehensive Benefits4 Medical PPO Medical Plans with Telemedicine, Rx, & Vision2 Dental PlansHealthcare, Dependent care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts401(k) with company matchFinancial Health & Wellness w/1:1 CoachingBasic & Supplemental Life InsuranceAccident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical IllnessPaid Time OffShort & Long-term Disability9 Paid HolidaysMust have legal authorization to work in the US and will not require sponsorship.Polysciences is an equal opportunity employer. Drug-free workplace. Tobacco-free work site.Polysciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.Find us here