FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific, Inc., is a worldwide leader in the innovation and manufacture of cell culture media, reagents, and medical devices for researchers and clinicians. The company provides unrivaled service and quality to scientists working in biopharmaceuticals, cell therapy, and regenerative medicine, assisted reproductive technology and cytogenetics, and industrial cell culture for the large-scale production of biotherapeutics and vaccines. FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific adheres to both ISO and FDA regulations and operates dual cGMP manufacturing facilities in California, USA, and Tokyo, Japan. The company’s consultative philosophy combined with expertise in cell culture and compliance provides customers with unique capabilities and support. For over 50 years, FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific has remained uniquely flexible and focused on media while becoming a strategic global leader in media products and services. FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific, Inc. is a subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation reporting to FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation

We are looking for a Liquid Formulation Technician. The Liquid Formulation Technician will be formulating liquid media and diagnostic components.

Responsibilities

• Formulates liquid and / or Diagnostic formulas per manufacturing protocols utilizing various weighing equipment such as scales and balance.
• Handles both solid and liquid raw materials/component to successfully formulate Liquid batches.
• Uses Mettler-Toledo IND780 terminal system to ensure correct raw materials assigned in the batch record are used and at the specified quantity.
• Reviews lot folders for accuracy, completeness and availability of components necessary to complete job prior to the scheduled date of production.
• Obtains proper samples and forwards to QC as required.
• Initiates Document Change Request (DCRs) as needed.
• Suggest changes in departmental procedures and processes (SOPs) as needed.
• Maintains all required logs and associated documentation.
• Assures that all chemicals are stored and labeled properly.
• Performs calibration on all required equipment including pH meters and osmometers.
• Verifies scale / balance calibration, performs in process scale checks.
• Keeps work area, utensils, tanks, mills, and equipment clean and organized per 6S training.
• Ensures that supplies needed such as weigh boats, gloves, lab coats, etc. are well stocked in their designated areas. Orders supplies or informs Lead/Supervisor if supplies need to be ordered.
• Follows all safety procedures and works in a safe manner including wearing all required personal protective equipment.
• Understands and follows procedures to ensure that chemicals are handled properly.
• Good understanding of pH and osmolality.
• Safely and effectively operates dry heat oven, steam autoclave, centrifuge, mixers, heaters, pH/Osmolality meters and other equipment as necessary.
• Other duties as requested by Lead or Supervisor.

Required Skills/Education

• Chemistry or equivalent degree is “preferred” but not required
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in liquid formulation / compounding in a GMP regulated environment.
• Working knowledge of lab equipment and instruments such as pH meters, Osmometers, scales, balances, pumps, etc.
• Good work history.
• Knowledge of safely handling the chemicals.
• Working knowledge of metric system.
• Good understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

For California, the base salary range for this position is $19.00 to $30.00 hourly. Compensation for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience, location, etc.).

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