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Job Title: Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Microbiology Division where you will work on products that make a difference in a manufacturing setting. As an operator, you will be responsible for assisting with the manufacturing process of agars by loading products, checking volumes, and ensuring quality among other tasks.

Responsibilities

+ Efficiently and safely operate assigned machinery, perform simple maintenance, and report malfunctioning equipment immediately to the Supervisor or Lead.

+ Set up and adjust machines to run at different sizes.

+ Obtain correct materials for operation needs from the warehouse or staging area.

+ Organize production flow, ensure materials are available, estimate progress of line, and schedule breaks according to the production time schedule in a safe manner.

+ Document work accurately, check personal work for quality and compliance, monitor products for defects, and assist with the inventory process.

+ Accurately dispense required additives to media and properly perform techniques for achieving pH balance as needed.

+ Investigate and remedy potential production failures.

+ Follow all written procedures and report discrepancies in procedures to the Area Supervisor.

+ Perform all work activities safely and wear personal protective equipment as required.

+ Report property damage and/or safety hazards to the Supervisor, Human Resources, Safety Specialist, or Management immediately.

+ Complete production assignments in a timely manner and in accordance with departmental schedules.

+ Sign off on DHRs in the proper places and fill in pertinent information according to SOPs.

Essential Skills

+ Manufacturing experience

+ GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)

+ Basic math skills

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 600 lb. wheeled kettles

+ Ability to stand for sustained periods of time, approximately 10 hours a day

+ Ability to see and distinguish colors

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution

+ Ability to comprehend and communicate in English, both written and verbally

+ Experience or willingness to train in kit production, large-scale manufacturing, and GMP

+ Science AS or BS degree is beneficial but not required

Work Environment

This role involves working in a laboratory/cleanroom environment. The position is for the 2nd shift, from 2 PM to 10:30 PM. The work requires adherence to safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of FREDERICK, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.09 - $21.09/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in FREDERICK,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.