Formulation Technician
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Production QC/QA, Chemical Manufacturing, Production Associate / Production Line, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Title:
Formulation Technician I
Job Description
The Formulation Technician I supports the manufacture of high-quality diagnostic and laboratory products in a controlled environment. This hands-on role focuses on preparing reagents, buffers, dyes, and solutions while contributing to production, quality, and inventory activities. The position requires precise measurements and calculations, strict adherence to written procedures, and safe handling of biological and chemical materials. The successful candidate brings strong attention to detail, a process-oriented mindset, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Responsibilities
Prepare and dispense biological reagents, dyes, buffers, and laboratory solutions using accurate weighing, pipetting, dilution, mixing, and pH adjustment techniques.
Operate laboratory equipment, including UV-Vis spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, and pipettes, in accordance with established procedures.
Perform manufacturing activities using aseptic technique while adhering to approved procedures and safety requirements.
Complete batch records, production documentation, and other records accurately and in a timely manner.
Maintain inventories of raw materials, work-in-process materials, and finished products to support continuous production.
Support filling, labeling, packaging, and processing activities for finished products as needed.
Monitor processes to identify potential quality or production concerns and take appropriate action.
Troubleshoot routine manufacturing and laboratory issues and escalate complex concerns when appropriate.
Follow established safety, quality, and standard operating procedures at all times.
Work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Quality, and other functional teams to support overall business objectives.
Prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing production schedules while maintaining high quality standards.
Essential Skills
Experience preparing reagents, buffers, dyes, and laboratory solutions.
Accurate weighing, pipetting, dilution, mixing, and pH adjustment skills.
Ability to operate laboratory equipment including UV-Vis spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, and pipettes.
Experience following written procedures and completing documentation accurately.
Knowledge of inventory management and production recordkeeping.
Ability to work safely with biological and chemical materials.
Experience supporting manufacturing, filling, labeling, packaging, or production activities.
Basic laboratory or manufacturing experience.
Basic math skills, including dilutions, concentrations, unit conversions, weights, and volumes.
Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Strong communication skills.
Process-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality and safety.
Dependable, accountable, and able to multitask and prioritize work effectively.
Adaptable to changing production schedules.
Background or familiarity with chemistry, biology, microbiology, or related scientific disciplines.
Ability to work within GMP, cGMP, GLP, ISO-regulated, cleanroom, or controlled manufacturing practices (experience strongly valued).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent (required).
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field (preferred).
Experience preparing laboratory reagents, buffers, dyes, and solutions in a production or laboratory setting.
Experience using laboratory instrumentation such as spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, and pipettes.
Experience performing aseptic technique in laboratory or manufacturing environments.
Experience working in GMP/cGMP, GLP, ISO-regulated, cleanroom, or other controlled manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting production or manufacturing operations, including filling, labeling, and packaging.
Team-oriented approach with a collaborative mindset.
Commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and safety.
Work Environment
This role operates in a laboratory and controlled manufacturing environment focused on diagnostic and laboratory product formulation. You will routinely work with biological and chemical materials and must follow strict safety, quality, and operating procedures. The position involves frequent use of laboratory equipment such as UV-Vis…
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