Manufacturing Technician - II*

Manufacturing Technician II

Location: Oceanside, CA 92056
Pay Rate: $24 $28/hour W2
Contract: 9 months, with potential to extend
Shift: 1st Shift

Job Overview

We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician II to support biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations in a regulated cGMP environment. This role will execute manufacturing processes, maintain accurate documentation, support viral vector production, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, compliant, and right-first-time manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing processes according to batch records, SOPs, and cGMP requirements.
• Perform manufacturing activities with a strong focus on safety, quality, and right-first-time execution.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT), Facilities & Engineering (F&E), Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
• Perform raw material weighing and electronic inventory transactions using MES and EBS.
• Perform chromatography and Ultrafiltration/Diafiltration (UF/DF) operations supporting viral vector manufacturing.
• Follow proper aseptic techniques, cleanroom practices, GDP, and scientific procedures.
• Prepare and operate single-use systems for buffer preparation and filter integrity testing.
• Assist with manual and automated filling of harvested viral vector material.
• Identify and escalate process, equipment, and manufacturing issues as appropriate.
• Assist with revisions to SOPs, Manufacturing Production Records (MPRs), and controlled documents.
• Review in-process cGMP documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Work effectively in a collaborative, inclusive, and cross-functional team environment.
• Support off-shift and weekend work as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Biology, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline; OR
• Associate/AA degree with 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or engineering within the biotech/pharmaceutical industry; OR
• High School diploma with 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or engineering within the biotech/pharmaceutical industry.
• Working knowledge of cGMP requirements is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and data analysis.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures and controlled documentation.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in biopharmaceutical, cell therapy, or gene therapy manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with chromatography and/or UF/DF operations.
• Experience working in a cleanroom or aseptic manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with MES, EBS, electronic inventory systems, or manufacturing documentation systems.
• Experience with viral vector manufacturing is a plus.