Formulation Technician I

6:30 am - 3:00 pm (Mon - Fri)

Job Description:
The Formulations Technician I supports the manufacture of high-quality diagnostic products through the preparation, processing, testing, and documentation of reagents, dyes, buffers, and other formulation materials.
This is a hands-on laboratory and manufacturing position requiring strong attention to detail, accurate measurement and calculations, careful handling of biological and chemical materials, and the ability to consistently follow written procedures in a controlled environment.
The technician will work with a variety of laboratory instruments and manufacturing equipment and will collaborate with team members across Manufacturing, Quality, and other functional areas to ensure products are prepared accurately and efficiently.


Responsibilities:
Prepare and dispense biological reagents, dyes, buffers, and solutions using accurate weighing, pipetting, dilution, mixing, and pH adjustment techniques.
Operate laboratory equipment including spectrophotometers/UV-Vis, pH meters, balances, and pipettes.
Perform manufacturing activities using aseptic technique while following approved procedures and safety requirements.
Complete batch records and other production documentation accurately and maintain material/product inventories.
Support filling, labeling, packaging, and processing of finished products.
Identify, troubleshoot, and escalate process or quality concerns while managing multiple production activities and schedules.


Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic laboratory or manufacturing experience preferred.
Ability to read and follow written procedures with strong attention to detail.
Basic math skills, including unit conversions, concentrations, dilutions, weights, and volumes.
Ability to safely work with biological and chemical materials both independently and as part of a team.


Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field.
Experience preparing reagents, buffers, dyes, or laboratory solutions.
Experience with aseptic technique and laboratory instrumentation.
Experience in a GMP/cGMP, GLP, ISO-regulated, cleanroom, or other controlled environment.