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Manufacturing Technician
- Actalent (San Jose, CA)
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Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Technician to join our team. This role involves operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting bioreactors and related process equipment in a lab environment. The ideal candidate will support process optimization initiatives and ensure compliance with industry standards and safety protocols.
Responsibilities
+ Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot reactors, mixing tanks, and related process equipment.
+ Perform batch preparation, including media formulation, sterilization, and inoculation procedures.
+ Maintain accurate records of process parameters, deviations, and corrective actions.
+ Assist in scale-up and validation of new processes and equipment.
+ Conduct routine preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs with engineering teams.
+ Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMP, and safety protocols.
+ Support process optimization initiatives to improve yield, efficiency, and reliability.
+ Collaborate with R&D, QA/QC, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
+ Perform sampling and basic analytical testing, such as pH, conductivity, and turbidity.
+ Participate in clean-in-place (CIP) and sterilize-in-place (SIP) procedures.
Essential Skills
+ Strong understanding of reactor operations, and tank systems.
+ Familiarity with PLC systems, SCADA, and process control instrumentation.
+ Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, SOPs, and technical documentation.
+ Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field.
+ Industry experience in a chemical or bioprocessing environment.
+ Comfortable working in a cleanroom or regulated environment.
Work Environment
This position operates within a lab environment, providing a small company feel with significant financial backing. The company culture is supportive and collaborative, making it a great place to work.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 San Jose,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 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.
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