Bio Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

• Work Schedule:
  
  Mon
  - Thurs 7AM - 5PM EST OR Tues
  - Fri 7AM - 5PM EST
• The Bioprocess Associate uses current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) in the execution of commercial manufacturing processes for the manufacture of therapeutic proteins used in medicines that are revolutionizing the treatment of serious disease.
• Operate production equipment within an assigned functional area adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices and standard operating procedures.
• Revise and create process documents and assist with process related investigations.
• Train for proficiency in process automation and supporting business systems and in the operation of primary production equipment within the assigned functional area.
• Lead in maintaining material and components inventory level.
• Weigh and check raw materials.
• Support a safe work environment and contribute to area specific initiatives associated with work safety.
• Weighs and checks raw materials.
• Assembles, cleans and autoclaves process components.
• Assists in maintaining material and component inventory levels.
• Works on routine manufacturing assignments per written procedures that are moderately complex with minimal instructions.
• Assists in revising and creating process documents, i.e. SOP's and Batch Records, and assists with process related investigations.

• High school diploma is required.
• Knowledge of science generally attained through completion of a certificate program or Associates Degree in Biotechnology or a related field is desired.
• Prior experience successfully participating on work teams where personal accountability, attention to detail, collaboration, and results were expected.
• Demonstrated proficiency in common computer tools and web based applications.
• Prior experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations and/or prior work experience in a clean room or highly regulated environmen

• Healthcare Insurance:
  Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
• Dental Insurance:
  Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through Met Life. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
• Vision Insurance:
  Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
• 401(k) Plan:
  The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
• Technical Certification Bonus:
  Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus.
  
  It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.