Job Title: Manufacturing Technician I
Job Description

As a Manufacturing Technician I, you will play a vital role in consumables, kit, or reagent manufacturing within a fast-paced, high throughput industrial setting. You will be responsible for meeting production schedules and may be involved in the production of coated plates, chemical buffers, biological diluents/reagents, and/or assembled kits for customer order fulfillment. This role allows for a degree of professional latitude, creativity, and self-management.

ResponsibilitiesOperate automated equipment used to perform and produce biological assays and/or reagents.Contribute to process improvement, assay and process development for manufacturing.Complete appropriate documentation to support process and production procedures including data capture, forms, logbooks, and inventory batch records.Perform daily maintenance and documentation of all production equipment.Participate in general laboratory maintenance, including maintaining laboratory cleanliness, supplies, and equipment.Maintain physical inventory by processing, aliquotting, vialing, and labeling materials.Prepare, maintain, and report raw material, reagent, and/or coated plate inventories.Participate in year-end physical inventory.Follow laboratory safety precautions and use personal protective equipment.May manufacture custom and/or prototype requests for customers.May occasionally handle BSL2 reagents.Perform specific duties that may vary depending on departmental requirements.Essential SkillsExperience in production, manufacturing, pipetting, assays, reagents, and buffers.Skill in operating automated equipment used in biological assay and reagent production.Proficiency in documentation, including data capture, forms, logbooks, and inventory batch records.Knowledge of inventory control and operations coordination.Additional Skills & QualificationsHigh school diploma required.Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.Demonstrated experience in operations coordination and inventory control.Prior manufacturing experience is a plus.Work Environment

The work environment is a lab-based manufacturing setting. There are two shifts available: opening shifts at 5am and 7am with lunch at 10am and 11am, and a closing shift at 8am with lunch at 12pm. Schedules are uploaded on Wednesday the week before, and requests are accommodated if made in advance. For the first few weeks, the schedule will be determined on the first day in the production area, typically starting at 7am or 8am until hands-on training begins. This information will be disclosed by your supervisor after New Hire Orientation.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.63/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rockville,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.