MTS Specialist I (Manufacturing and Technical Support)

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an MTS Specialist I for a full-time contract-to-hire position at an industry-leading diagnostics company in Carlsbad, CA. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: $26/hour

Overview:

This client is an industry-leading diagnostics company focused on providing innovative diagnostic solutions. In this role, you’ll be working with cross-functional teams, including Quality, R&D, and Supply Chain, to support custom manufacturing tasks, product scale-up, and technology transfer projects. This role will give you an opportunity to develop new methodologies and processes, contributing to the seamless transfer of products from R&D to production, while supporting the manufacturing of diagnostic tests.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, full-time.

Responsibilities:

• Work with Technology Transfer and R&D teams to ensure smooth transfer to production and ongoing manufacturing operations.
• Follow detailed protocols to prepare reagents, buffers, and other materials to support Research and Development and Manufacturing.
• Follow and revise established SOPs as necessary to ensure compliance.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels.
• Execute Quality Control testing procedures and manage generated data.
• Support the development of new methodologies and processes in a fast-paced environment.
• Conduct clear and concise communication with colleagues (cross-functional) and supervisors through oral updates, written reports, and technical meetings.
• Work individually or as part of a production team to manufacture and assemble diagnostic tests.
• Operate reagent deposition, lamination, and cutting equipment for lateral flow device production.
• Knowledge of cGMP and ISO guidelines is a plus.
• Other duties as determined by Management.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, or similar.
• 1 years of relevant work experience in an ISO 9001/13485 and/or cGxP compliant environment.
• Particle Chemistry experience, conjugation experience, IVD, or Lateral Flow Assay experience is highly desired.
• Full proficiency with various laboratory techniques/instruments.
• Proficient in documentation for production environments.
• Proficient with common lab equipment and practices (buffer formulation, UV-Vis, pipettes, centrifuges, etc.).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent hands-on laboratory and experimental skills.
• Proven level of high technical proficiency, initiative, and independent thought.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet departmental goals.
• Self-starter who is comfortable working with limited guidelines.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

What happens next:

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.