Production Technician I

Position Overview

As a Production Technician I, you will be integral to manufacturing instrument products, ensuring consistent high quality in compliance with GMP protocols. Your duties range from hands-on production and ERP system operations to training support within the Production Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily operations alongside the Supervisor or Line Leader.
• Lead a team of operators and technicians to meet production targets.
• Interpret technical specs and apply them correctly.
• Investigate yield problems, collaborating with Engineering to find solutions.
• Create troubleshooting guides for operators and technicians.
• Draft procedures and work instructions to guide team members.
• Evaluate processes and suggest improvements.
• Serve as the acting IC when the Line Leader is unavailable.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality protocols among team members.
• Train and mentor Production Operators and Technician I personnel to maintain high-quality output.
• Assign daily tasks and ensure proper training and competency of operators/technicians.
• Maintain and update the training matrix to reflect current training standards.
• Oversee daily or monthly inventory and cycle counts.
• Submit detailed reports relating to daily production activities.
• Ensure assembly and testing adhere to work standards, cGMP, safety policies, and schedules.
• Assist in initial analysis of defective materials to identify causes of failure.
• Partner with supervisors and engineers on controlled experiments to resolve equipment-related quality and yield concerns.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to achieve production objectives.
• Maintain 5S and Lean manufacturing standards daily.
• Operate basic software and ERP systems as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems, ISO standards, cGMP, MDSAP, safety policies, and legal regulations.
• Manage precise and timely kitting of materials to support production demand.
• Collaborate on designing and implementing activities related to material kitting.
• Adapt to evolving roles and responsibilities aligned with company goals.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering with at least 3 years of experience in regulated manufacturing, or
• NTC or ITE Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering with minimum 5 years of regulated manufacturing experience.
• 3-5 years' experience in quality management systems adhering to ISO 13485-2016, CFR 21, or cGMP production environments.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering principles.
• Strong attention to detail and solid troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of production bills of materials and their relation to production processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with new product transfers preferred.
• A proactive team player mindset.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 audits and cGMP environments.

About Bio-Rad Laboratories

Bio-Rad has been advancing scientific and healthcare discoveries for over 70 years and ranks among the top five life science companies globally. We are dedicated to creating research and clinical diagnostic products of superior quality that contribute to longer and healthier lives worldwide. Recognized as a great workplace, we encourage career growth and empower employees to make impactful changes.

Benefits

We value our employees and offer Total Rewards programs designed to enhance health, wealth, and well-being across all stages of life. Our comprehensive offerings include medical benefits, flexible options, wellness initiatives, extensive training, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bio-Rad is committed to inclusivity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds including veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people of all races, genders, ages, and orientations.

Additional Information

Bio-Rad does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies unless authorized by a recruiting representative. No fees will be paid for unsolicited resumes.

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