Manufacturing Technician 1 in Saco, Maine at MMQCI

Bring Your Skills to Biotechnology as a Manufacturing Technician!

The Manufacturing Technician I accurately follows written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to perform a variety of molecular biology techniques which support the manufacture of molecular controls. Manufacturing Technicians are expected to have excellent laboratory dexterity, be proficient with micropipettes, aseptic techniques, molecular biology techniques and in the use of associated laboratory equipment. This individual is well-organized, enjoys detailed work, works with limited supervision by the Manager of Manufacturing Operations and may be called upon to assist with troubleshooting manufacturing processes and products.

What You Will Get to Do

• Accurately and reproducibly performs a variety of molecular biology techniques that support the manufacture of molecular controls
• Follows aseptic techniques and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP)
• Works with a variety of chemistries, labware and laboratory equipment including performing work in BSLII hoods
• Precisely delivers small volumes using micropipettes
• Performs in-process QC on manufacturing components and products (pH, spectrometry, and electrophoresis). Accurately documents all results
• Assists other manufacturing personnel in the manufacture of products
• Assists with troubleshooting of processes and products as needed
• May participate in modifying / improving existing MMQCI products and processes
• Performs routine laboratory tasks including inventory, ordering, and maintaining organization
• Follows MMQCI’s quality systems based on cGMP and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) regulatory requirements. Accurately documents work and keeps detailed records
• Contributes to laboratory support tasks such as routine cleaning of laboratory and equipment and general housekeeping duties

Required Skills & Experience

• B.A., B.S. in Biology/Biotech/Life Sciences, or an A.S degree with 2 years relevant hands-on manufacturing experience or similar laboratory function
• Experience working with DNA and RNA molecular biology techniques (PCR, spectrometry, and gel electrophoresis experience is highly desired)
• Ability to read, comprehend and accurately follow SOPs quickly with attention to detail
• Requires fine and gross motor skills, ability to work with various sizes of labware including the ability to firmly grasp
• Able to visually inspect product and perform visual inspections of gels
• Able to work under a BSLII hood for multiple hours in a row
• Able to follow aseptic and contamination control techniques including working in an environmentally controlled facility that has gowning requirements
• Able to work with hazardous materials such as acids
• Highly organized with the ability to perform precise, detail-oriented work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and shifting priorities
• Good communication skills, written and oral, and excellent computer skill
• Must be able to stand for several hours and lift approximately 30 lbs

Preferred

• Experience in an industrial environment following cGMP and/or ISO is preferred

Why You’ll Love Working Here  

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing diagnostic company
• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment 
• Competitive compensation and benefits   

Benefits We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Company profit sharing program
• Paid time off: including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program

The pay range for this position is $19.23 to $36.06/hour

Get to know the MMQCI team! 
https://www.mmqci.com/about/employee-spotlight/employee-spotlight.html
 
Maine Molecular Quality Controls, Inc. (MMQCI) designs, develops, manufactures, and sells unique quality control products used by hospital laboratories and manufacturers to monitor the accuracy of tests for genetic, oncologic, and infectious diseases. MMQCI has proprietary technologies to stabilize DNA and RNA for use as quality controls and continues to pursue the discovery of novel techniques useful for the development of new quality control products.

MMQCI is conveniently located in beautiful southern coastal Maine, minutes from the Maine Turnpike, Portland International Jetport, and less than 2 hours from Boston. Close by are fabulous Portland restaurants, sandy beaches, and a plentiful supply of Maine lobsters! Many terrific outdoor activities are easily accessible including hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, skiing and snowshoeing. We’re in a state-of-the-art facility, located in Saco, right next to the Eastern Trail. Come join us!

Interested in joining our team? Please submit both a resume and cover letter with your application for consideration.