What are the responsibilities and job description for the Formulation Associate I position at Accelerate Diagnostics?
Job Details
Job Location
Corporate Headquarters - Tucson, AZ
Description
Position Overview :
The Formulation Associate I will be part of a team that manufactures reagents, participates in fill operations and tests product in support of consumable production on a daily basis.
Essential Functions :
Formulation and aliquoting of reagents, per aseptic manufacturing techniques
Final issuance of raw material via QAD
Participation in GMP filling operations and other manufacturing processes
Line clearance and closeout responsibilities
Maintaining, operating and performing minor / basic troubleshooting, for various lab equipment including pH meters, refractometers, autoclaves, automated fillers and analytical balances
In-process quality control (QC) testing
Inventory movement (stock laboratory / prep raw materials), and cycle counting of inventory
Compliance with all company policies & procedures, including proper disposal of chemical waste
Performing all other duties as assigned by supervisor / management
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry or related field of study; related work experience in lieu of formal education, or education in a related field, may be considered.
Minimum of 1 year experience with reagent formulating operations, per manufacturing work instructions and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) in a cGMP environment desired.
Academic and / or industrial laboratory research experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Accurate and precise measurement skills (gravimetric and volumetric)
Accurate dilution manufacture techniques
Aseptic technique
Knowledge of chemical / reagent formulation processes
Knowledge of wet / bench chemistry
Excellent written / verbal communication skills
Organized, meticulous, diligent
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day
Ability to stand for up to 8 hours and perform repetitive motion to include twisting, bending, grasping with hands
Ability to walk between buildings with potential exposure to extreme heat and cold based on weather conditions.
Team player with passion, communication skills, a sense of urgency to resolve issues as they arise, and an ability to keep up with key daily tasks in a fast-paced environment.
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