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Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Microbiology Division where you will work on products that make a difference in a manufacturing setting. Operators are responsible for assisting with the manufacturing process of agars by loading products, checking volumes, ensuring quality, and more.
Responsibilities
Efficiently and safely operate assigned machinery, perform simple maintenance, and report malfunctioning equipment immediately to the Supervisor or Lead.
Set up and adjust machinery to run at different sizes.
Obtain correct materials for operation needs from the warehouse or staging area.
Organize production flow, ensure materials are available, estimate line progress, and schedule breaks according to the production time schedule in a safe manner.
Accurately document and check personal work for quality and compliance, monitor products for defects, and assist with the inventory process.
Accurately dispense required additives to media and properly perform techniques to achieve pH balance as needed, investigate and remedy possible production failures.
Follow all written procedures and report discrepancies in procedures (SOPs, DHRs, etc.) to the Area Supervisor.
Perform all work activities safely and wear personal protective equipment as required.
Report property damage and/or safety hazards to the Supervisor, Human Resources, Safety Specialist, or Sr Management immediately.
Complete production assignments in a timely manner according to departmental schedules.
Sign off on DHRs in proper places and fill in pertinent information according to SOPs.
Essential Skills
Ability to comprehend and communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally.
Ability to perform basic math.
High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 600 lb. wheeled kettles.
Ability to stand for sustained periods of time, approximately 10 hours a day.
Ability to see and distinguish colors.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in manufacturing, GMP, production, staging, production support, and inventory is beneficial.
Willingness to train individuals with very little relevant experience or those holding a science AS or BS degree.
Work Environment
You will work in a laboratory/cleanroom environment. This role operates on the 2nd shift from 2pm to 10:30pm.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.09 - $21.09/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 Frederick,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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.
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