Manufacturing Associate

Department: Consumables Dev

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: SD - San Diego

Description

Taking the first step requires courage.

At Bionano, we are transforming the way the world sees the genome. 

Challenging the status quo is never easy. But we know our solutions are making a meaningful impact on translational research that will change the way we approach cancer, genetic disease and other areas of health and wellness. We may never have the answer to every genomic question, but we make it our mission to try. 

We are looking for smart, innovative risk-takers, who want to help solve complex problems. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. 

Summary, Primary Duties, Skills and Experience

The Manufacturing Associate performs a wide array of essential functions including assembly, packaging, and light industrial work.   Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

• Prepare and assemble kit and package cartridges and subcomponents (75%). 
• Control and maintain inventory of raw materials and subassemblies in the lab (5%). 
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning of all equipment and lab space (5%). 
• Ensure production environment and equipment are maintained according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) (5%). 
• Prepare consumable standard operating procedures and batch records and conduct in-process testing (5%). 
• Other duties as assigned (5%). 

Required Skills and Abilities 

• Able to be accurate, attentive to details, and to work with limited supervision and independently or within a team environment. 
• Ability to perform tasks that are repetitive and physically demanding.  
• Computer skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel). 
• Works well in small and dynamic settings. 
• Ability to properly handle hazardous materials occasionally under supervision. 

Education, Certifications, Licenses 

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in life sciences preferred. 
• Years relevant/ total work experience: At least 1 year of work experience in a GMP production environment required. 
• Certifications required/ preferred: N/A 

Additional Requirements  

• Work Location: San Diego, CA
• Travel Requirements: N/A 
• Physical Requirements and Work Environment:  
  • Sit and stand for prolonged periods  
  • Repeating motions that may include the hands, wrists and/or fingers  
  • Use of hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms 
  • Stand and/or move about the office or in various environments (including tight and confined spaces), or from one worksite to another 
  • Specific visual abilities, including close vision and ability to adjust focus, read, review, and assess the accuracy and thoroughness of the work assigned 
  • Verbal abilities require communicating with others to exchange information 
  • Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions 
  • Work environment involving low/high temperatures; hazardous conditions, low ventilation, noisy environments, small/enclosed spaces 
  • In-person interaction with others indoors  
  • Use standard computer, telephone and related equipment for communication, and recordkeeping 

The above physical requirements and work environment characteristics generally reflect those of this position but is not an exhaustive list.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, provided that such accommodation does not impose an undue hardship on the Company.   Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  This description generally reflects management’s assignment of essential functions but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and it does not limit or restrict the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.  The duties, responsibilities and job description of this role are subject to change at any time without notice. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Bionano does not accept resumes submitted by agencies. The People and Culture team is the focal point for all recruitment and hiring at the company. Agencies are asked not to contact or forward resumes to our Executive team, Management team, or any current Bionano employee for consideration. Resumes are only accepted from agencies if a signed agreement is in place and th