Packaging Technician at Bio-Techne in San Marcos, CA

Summary: Bio-Techne is a company focused on enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. They are seeking a Packaging Technician to assist in the setup and operation of packaging equipment and ensure compliance with manufacturing practices. Responsibilities: - Assist in the setup and running of automated liquid filling, labeling and packaging equipment - Assist in the setup and running of manual liquid and powder portable filling equipment - Perform daily filling, labeling, kitting duties according to the production schedule - Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Quality Systems Regulations (QSR) - General organization of filling, labeling and packaging tasks - Inspect all materials being issued to and returning from shop orders - Accurately count and return all materials - Maintain supplies for the CER, and packaging areas - Read, follow and sign off on filling, labeling and packaging Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) - Maintain and clean Controlled Environment Rooms, dry rooms and filling equipment - Clean all equipment, parts and facilities following project completion - Assist in aseptically aliquoting materials for production or shipment as needed - Perform other tasks and duties as directed by management and supervisory personnel - Must be able to lift, move, and operate heavy machinery Required Qualifications: - Assist in the setup and running of automated liquid filling, labeling and packaging equipment - Assist in the setup and running of manual liquid and powder portable filling equipment - Perform daily filling, labeling, kitting duties according to the production schedule - Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Quality Systems Regulations (QSR) - General organization of filling, labeling and packaging tasks - Inspect all materials being issued to and returning from shop orders - Accurately count and return all materials - Maintain supplies for the CER, and packaging areas - Read, follow and sign off on filling, labeling and packaging Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) - Maintain and clean Controlled Environment Rooms, dry rooms and filling equipment - Clean all equipment, parts and facilities following project completion - Assist in aseptically aliquoting materials for production or shipment as needed - Perform other tasks and duties as directed by management and supervisory personnel - Must be able to lift, move, and operate heavy machinery - Follows departmental policies, procedures and objectives, and safety standards - Ability to wear a half face respirator for extended periods of time - Must have good English communication skills to understand and follow verbal and written instructions - Must have basic math skills - Must be computer literate - Ability to work well as part of a team - Ability to meet packaging and filling requirements on schedule - An orientation to detail and accuracy - Excellent organizational skills - Must be able to handle multiple tasks - Must be adaptable to quickly changing processes or environments - Ability to setup, troubleshoot and understand basics of department machinery - HS Diploma or GED Equivalent Preferred Qualifications: - 1-2 years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified preferred - Prior experience working in a packaging environment, dry room and / or clean room beneficial Required Skills: Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality Systems Regulations (QSR), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Automated liquid filling equipment, Manual liquid and powder filling equipment, Controlled Environment Rooms (CER), Dry room operations, Packaging equipment setup and troubleshooting, Basic math skills, Computer literacy, Aseptic aliquoting Benefits: We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield., We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA., We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more., We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging., We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.