Job Details
Manufacturing Associate, Library Production
We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals to join our Twist Bioscience Operations Team in San Francisco. The Manufacturing Associate, Library Production will perform molecular biology workflows in a highly automated, high-throughput manner and will be responsible for the manufacture and analysis of a variety of custom molecular biology products across Twist Biosciences proprietary process workflow to meet the Twist production forecast and timelines.
The ideal candidate will be driven and will do what it takes to keep manufacturing on track in a fast-paced start-up environment. The Manufacturing Associate will be responsible for the production of custom DNA based products and/or various intermediates according to established SOPs and complete manufacturing batch records to contribute to the daily production schedule.
Including but are not limited to:
Manufacture high quality custom molecular biology products in a high throughput MFG lab according to established SOPs.
Operation of robotic laboratory equipment (Hamiltons and similar systems) and traditional lab equipment (bioanalyzers, centrifuges, sealers, thermocyclers, spectrometers, Next Gen Sequencing etc.)
Good knowledge and use of traditional molecular biology processes and techniques
Preparation of reagents and sub-assemblies for MFG processes
Maintaining thorough, accurate and detailed documentation of all work produced in batch records, databases or other acceptable formats including problems and deviations
Updating and writing work instructions and documentation
Ability to work independently and in a safe manner
Attention to details for process consistency
Documentation, troubleshooting and addressing process deviations
Packaging products
Ability to work in an ISO, GMP, LEAN mfg environment and follow the lean manufacturing concepts
Daily completion of assigned tasks to keep production on track
Key Skills/Qualifications
MA :
0-1 year of relevant lab experience and/or Bachelors or Associates degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry
Familiarity with or prior experience in a manufacturing environment a plus
Ability to follow work instructions and SOPs to complete Manufacturing goals
MA II:
2 or more years of relevant lab experience and/or Bachelors or Associates degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry
Familiarity with or prior experience in a manufacturing environment
Intermediate knowledge of and experience performing molecular biology techniques and processes
MA III:
4 or more years of relevant lab experience and/or Bachelors or Associates degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry
Familiarity with or prior experience in a manufacturing environment
Advanced knowledge of and experience performing molecular biology techniques and processes
Ability to troubleshoot processes and escalate issues as appropriate
Advanced knowledge of Confluence
Ability to help create procedures or administrative controls and train operators
Required for all Levels:
Good written and verbal skills
Quick learner
Good computer skills including experience with Excel and Word, Jira, Confluence web based or similar programs
Team based laboratory environment
Working in controlled laboratory environment
Must be able to stand for long periods of time while performing duties.
Must be able to work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials.
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
Must be able to work outside of regular work hours/ work a flexible shift as needed.
About Twist Bioscience
Twist Bioscience synthesizes genes from scratch, known as writing DNA. Just as children learn to both read and write, the next phase of development for the genomics revolution is the ability to write DNA.
At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In fields such as health care, agriculture, industrial chemicals and data storage, our unique silicon-based DNA Synthesis Platform provides precision at a scale that is otherwise unavailable to our customers.
Twist Bioscience Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twist Bioscience Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by law.
San Francisco applicants: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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