Senior Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Join a leading diagnostics manufacturing team dedicated to producing blood screening products that help protect patient safety worldwide. As a Senior Manufacturing Technician – Reagent Filling , you will play a critical role in operating and troubleshooting automated filling equipment, ensuring product quality, mentoring team members, and driving continuous improvement in a highly regulated GMP environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional who enjoys hands-on equipment ownership, technical problem-solving, and working in a mission-driven organization.

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and perform changeovers on automated reagent filling equipment to maximize production efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Execute manufacturing processes in compliance with cGMP requirements, SOPs, work instructions, and batch records.
• Receive, stage, verify, and manage materials required for filling operations.
• Perform in-process inspections and collect quality samples to ensure adherence to product specifications and quality standards.
• Complete, review, and maintain manufacturing documentation, including batch records, Device History Records (DHRs), ERP transactions, and quality documentation.
• Support equipment line clearances, production startup activities, and product changeovers.
• Investigate manufacturing issues, deviations, and nonconformances using root cause analysis methodologies.
• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to meet production targets and compliance requirements.
• Assist with FDA, ISO, customer, and internal audits by maintaining audit-ready documentation and supporting inspection activities.
• Monitor inventory usage and complete ERP-based inventory transactions.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles to improve safety, quality, and operational performance.
• Train and mentor junior technicians, serving as a subject matter expert for reagent filling processes and equipment.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance throughput, reliability, and product quality.
• Maintain compliance with all FDA, ISO, safety, and quality system requirements.
• Work effectively within cleanroom and laboratory environments while following strict cleanliness and documentation standards.

• 3+ years of experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment, preferably within diagnostics, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or medical devices.
• Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting automated production or filling equipment.
• Strong understanding of cGMPs, SOPs, batch records, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Experience completing and reviewing manufacturing documentation, including Device History Records (DHRs).
• Proficiency with ERP systems and electronic manufacturing systems.
• Experience supporting quality investigations, deviations, CAPAs, or root cause analysis activities.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.

• Experience in blood screening, diagnostics, reagent manufacturing, or medical device production.
• Familiarity with audit readiness and participation in FDA, ISO, or customer audits.
• Experience working with temperature-sensitive materials and controlled manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Previous experience training, coaching, or mentoring manufacturing personnel.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, technical, or engineering discipline preferred.

• Contribute to the production of life-saving diagnostic products.
• Work with advanced automated manufacturing technologies.
• Take ownership of critical production equipment and processes.
• Serve as a technical leader and mentor within the manufacturing team.
• Gain experience in a highly regulated, quality-focused environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact operational success.

• Location: San Diego, CA (Onsite)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
• Duration: 6-Month Contract
• Work within GMP-regulated cleanroom and laboratory environments supporting blood screening diagnostic manufacturing.
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on quality, compliance, and operational excellence.

If you're a skilled manufacturing professional with automated filling experience and a passion for quality, compliance, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

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