Operations Support, Lab Process

Description

• Operating manual and automated equipment to perform Microbial Fermentations, Down Stream Purifications, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) or fine chemical manufacture.
• Controlling processes from start-up to shutdown, including unit operations of microbial growth, expression, recovery, filtration, chemical synthesis, and purification.
• Handling of hazardous materials, including acids, bases, solvents, potent compounds, biologics and APIs safely and properly.
• Performing process sampling and testing including pH, conductivity, spectrophotometry, osmometry, densometry, aseptic sampling and streak plating, etc.
• Collaborating with other departments on process and equipment training for successful completion of manufacturing batches.
• Preparing shift summaries and updating excel spreadsheets with key performance and quality indicators.
• Providing feedback to influence continuous improvements during the review and revision of Standard Operating Procedures and other process documentation.
• Participating in BIOVECTRA's quality management system, focusing on the batch production records, work instructions, adherence to policies and standard operating procedures at all times.
• Assisting with housekeeping, equipment cleaning, general warehousing, material staging, and tanker operations as required.

Qualifications

• 0-2+ years' experience working in a cGMP or regulated environment (food, aerospace, pharmaceuticals) is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient communicator, both written and oral.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• WHMIS certification and First Aid, are an asset.