Production Technician I

A typical day starts with a walk of the assigned lines to check materials and staging. Assisting with the locating and transfer of critical materials to support production needs. Throughout the shift, they're watching for shortages or quality flags and looping in supervisors or planners as needed, pitching in on 5S and housekeeping, and cross training with production areas like filling and plate coating. It's a high-mobility, high-visibility role — less about performing one task repeatedly and more about anticipating what every line needs next and keeping product moving. Slide racking, spotting, fixation, inspection, and pouching operations. Lab equipment maintenance, including pipette calibration verification and cleaning of labs, BSCs, incubators, and water baths. Preparation and completion of all required documentation. Entering labor and charging materials, researching material discrepancies in the ERP system, and generating purchase requests for indirect materials. How You'll Make An Impact: Troubleshoots production obstacles, equipment issues, and material challenges to help meet deadlines. Uses ERP system skills for material verification, inventory research, and charging materials/labor. Supports lab cleanliness, equipment upkeep, and preventative maintenance. Cross-trains with other production groups as needed. What You Bring: Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required, Work Experience: 0-2+ years of related experience or additional technical training beyond high school ideally with a chemistry background or degree, is preferred. GMP manufacturing experience or production machinery operation experience a plus. Basic math, problem-solving, computer, and equipment troubleshooting skills. Reliable, flexible, strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions with sound judgment. High integrity with a positive, growth-oriented attitude and effective at working independently or on a team. Location: This position must be based in Woodinville, Washington and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office. Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle. Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability,paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more! Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $20.19 to $27.79 hourly, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills,abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance. Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see. EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc