• Bioprocess Technician

    Actalent (Fort Dodge, IA)


    Now Hiring: Bioprocess Technician

     

    

    Job Description

    The Bioprocess Technician will perform duties associated with aseptic processes, including weighing, measuring, counting, calculations, sampling, and verifications for biological production processes. These tasks must align with batch production records (BPR) and comply with current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) standards, safety standards, and site procedures.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform duties related to aseptic processes as per BPR and cGMP standards.

    + Maintain basic knowledge in fermentation, centrifuge, concentration units, and biological organisms.

    + Operate production equipment, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and production materials are released and available for use.

    + Conduct transactions within the electronic inventory management system.

    + Oversee production processes, cleaning, environmental monitoring, and personnel while conducting in-process batch quality checks.

    + Adhere to safety rules, wear appropriate safety equipment, and maintain proper safety practices.

    + Utilize basic computer skills to create and update standard operating procedures and write deviation reports.

    + Participate in training related to general company procedures, area procedures, equipment operation, computer operation, safety, and GMP.

    + Generate and collect new ideas about workplace and processes.

    + Read and interpret batch records, quality, and safety documentation.

    Essential Skills

    + Basic knowledge in fermentation, centrifuge, concentration units, and biological organisms.

    + Understanding of production equipment operation.

    + Basic computer skills for creating and updating standard operating procedures and writing reports.

    + Ability to read and interpret batch records, quality, and safety documentation.

    + Aseptic technique and documentation skills.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + High School Diploma required.

    + AAS or BA in Biotechnology or a related scientific field preferred.

    + Previous experience in a manufacturing or production setting preferred.

    Work Environment

    The Bioprocess Technician will work on the production floor, overseeing batches and their quality. The role involves working with fermentation systems, vessels, centrifuges, and other large-scale production systems. There will be significant instrumentation and mechanical work, requiring a big-picture mindset, quick thinking, and multitasking abilities. The position is on the 1st shift, from 6AM to 2:30PM, and will not involve working in a lab but may require minimal time in lab-related activities. Benefits include PTO and paid holidays.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Dodge, Iowa.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Dodge, IA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $29.00/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 Fort Dodge,IA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.