GMP Laboratory Technician

GMP Laboratory Technician Job Description The GMP Operations Technician 1 is responsible for supporting all aspects of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and production in the Clinical Manufacturing Facility (CMF). Collaborating with the Manager of GMP Operations and staff, the Technician 1 will provide hands-on assistance for all day-to-day GMP and Viral Vector Core production operations, including the execution of production processes, documentation, as well as facility and equipment maintenance. The role involves supporting production efforts to deliver all products in a timely, compliant, and fiscally responsible manner by adhering to appropriate practices, batch records, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing biological products. Responsibilities Support GMP resources and supply chain by ordering and maintaining materials inventory to meet production goals. Ensure the availability of materials with the proper documentation for GMP activities. Collaborate closely with GMP management to identify and meet continuous improvement objectives using metrics and statistical methods. Operate and perform calibration, validation, and cleaning of all facility equipment and systems as specified in SOPs. Assist in process documentation review, revision, remediation, and process change controls. Essential Skills Experience working in Aseptic Processing or GMP. Experience in Drug Compounding, Drug Manufacturing, or Food Manufacturing/FDA. 1-2 years of experience in the scientific industry preferred. Comfortable occasionally lifting/pushing/pulling 30-45 lbs. Additional Skills & Qualifications Prefer Associates in Science. Long-term interest and desire to be in the Science Field. Work Environment The work environment is highly team-oriented and diverse, with a group of individuals that is continually growing. Technicians will spend 50-75% of their time working in the lab and clean room, with about 25% supporting paperwork and preparing for the next steps in the process. This is a non-research-based role focusing on cell-based manufacturing in a GMP environment. Dress code is casual lab attire, which includes closed-toed shoes, socks covering ankles, khaki pants or jeans with no holes, and shirts with no large graphics. Shift work is Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 5:30 PM, with a 4-day work week consisting of 10-hour shifts (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday), with some flexibility in scheduling.