Manufacturing Associate Technician (Night shift)

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche. The position is located in Oceanside, On-site. The schedule could include a rotating (10-12 hour shift), one weekend day, evening or night hours, or full off-shift hours. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for producing innovative biotherapeutic medicine by interfacing with highly automated production systems and controls in cGMP manufacturing environment, and maintaining areas in high state of inspection preparedness. Responsibilities include: Training and Compliance: Provide coaching and training on best practices and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Understand the theory, concepts, and regulations behind biopharma technology and processes. Production and Equipment Operation: Prepare solutions for the production process. Operate systems that clean and sterilize tanks and filtration systems. Operate automated systems for equipment operation and assemble/prepare equipment for production. Continuous Improvement and Troubleshooting: Participate in continuous operational improvement. Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and work with coworkers and supervisors for effective solutions. Documentation and Safety: Review documentation and check all calculations (e.g., tickets, labels, equipment readings). Comply with safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), SOP, and manufacturing documentation. Support and Reporting: Provide support to Manufacturing to meet production demands. Provide reports to management summarizing goal unit attainment and anticipate potential problems, taking preventative action as necessary. Supplementary Responsibilities Operate fermenters, centrifuges, other harvest systems and protein purifications units. Operate and clean fixed tank and filtration systems. Operate large scale column chromatography systems. Operate small-scale cell culture areas and systems by operating cleaning, set up, and maintaining 20L batch feed fermenters; inoculating and maintaining spinner seed cultures using aseptic techniques, maintaining cell banks; and performing general seed lab operations. Perform Solution Preparation activities (media and buffer make-up). Clean, assemble, and sterilize equipment using glass washers and autoclaves. Perform automated CIP and SIP of fixed equipment. Who you are: Minimum Qualifications: You have a degree in Life Sciences or Engineering and 1 year related experience, or Associate degree and 3 years experience, or High school and 5 years experience. You have a Biotech certificate from approved program. Physical conditions and PPE requirements: Expected to be on feet for 8 to 11 hours a day. May climb upwards of 6 flights of stairs a day to maneuver within the manufacturing facility Lifting up to 25lbs may be required. Environment requires that gowning in the form of hospital scrubs, bunny suits, gloves and steel toe boots be worn. Also, no make up or jewelry can be worn when working in the clean room environment. May work with hazardous materials and chemicals. All employees with jobs that require access to the Warehouse must be able to pass the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment (STA). Follows established safety and environmental guidelines and procedures for all work performed. Immediately reports safety and environmental incidents including injuries, illnesses, near misses, and safety suggestions. Fosters a positive safety culture in which no one gets hurt. Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location for this position of Oceanside, CA is $43,300- $65,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, level, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below. Benefits Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants. Who We Are Genentech, a member of the Roche group and founder of the biotechnology industry, is dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. To solve the world's most complex health challenges, we ask bigger questions that challenge our industry and the boundaries of science to transform society. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. The next step is yours. To apply today, click on the "Apply for this job" button. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.