Manufacturing Technician

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for a 6+ month contract position with a global pharmaceutical company located in Fremont, CA. Responsibilities: Independently execute all routine unit operations in Purification including change-over procedures, scheduling within the shift team, equipment cleaning and set up Perform in-process testing such as cell counting, spectrophotometry and environmental monitoring Monitor and control weights, flows, volumes, temperatures, pressure, and pH Identify and report any issues related to manufacturing performance, process and safety to the team lead and assist in investigations of deviations in order to facilitate continuous process improvement Train junior staff on unit operations such as bioreactors, cell separation, chromatography and tangential flow theory as well as CIP/SIP operations Collaborate within the team and department in order to follow best practices and meet department goals Report any issues related to manufacturing performance, process and safety to the manager to ensure safety, compliance with regulations and cGMPs Requirements: Associate's degree with one (1) year of closely related technical experience Technical knowledge of manufacturing systems, methods and procedures Understanding of purification/cell culture processes Effective troubleshooting skills with equipment and/or process Desired skills: Experience in a pharmaceutical or chemicals manufacturing environment Experience working with established GMP procedures and bulk manufacturing Pay rate: up to $27.65 per hour Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery. Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include: Medical Dental Vision Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website https://www.agwtalent.com/. ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.