Job Information
About the Position
Introduction
Werfen
Werfen, founded in 1966, is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments, related reagents, automation workcells, and data management solutions for use primarily in hospitals and independent clinical laboratories. The Company’s business lines include Hemostasis, Acute Care, and Autoimmunity diagnostics, as well as Original Equipment Manufacturing. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.
Our North American Commercial Operations, as well as our Headquarters and Technology Center for Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics, are based in Bedford, MA. Our Headquarters and Technology Center for Autoimmunity Diagnostics is based in San Diego, CA. Additionally, our Technology Center for Hemostasis and Blood Gas Reagents is in Orangeburg, NY, and our Technology Center for Whole Blood Hemostasis is in San Diego, CA.
Overview
Job Summary
Major manufacturing duties include assistance with the activities required to produce ELISA calibrators, controls, and conjugates.
Responsibilities
Accountabilities:
- Participates in the activities associated with the manufacturing of ELISA reagents such as control, calibrator and HRP conjugate components in accordance with established procedures and schedules.
- Participates in the evaluation of in-process components and finished reagents associated with ELISA products according to written procedures.
- Ensures supplies, testing components, raw materials and equipment required to meet manufacturing schedules are available. Alerts the supervisor of any material shortages, potential expiration date problems, equipment requirements and/or other circumstances, which may cause delays in the planned, manufacturing schedule.
- Maintains detailed Device History Records and/or any associated documentation for all manufacturing activities in accordance with current Quality Systems Regulations (QSRs).
- Assists with the evaluation of raw materials associated with ELISA products.
- Assists with SAP inventory transactions as requested by supervisor
- Prepares, operates, and cleans laboratory equipment used in the manufacture of ELISA reagent products according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Informs supervisor of equipment needs and other supplies required to avoid interruptions in production schedules. Informs supervisor of broken or deteriorating equipment.
- Maintains work area and laboratory in a clean and orderly manner. Performs Friday Clean-up responsibilities in a thorough and timely manner.
- Follows established safety and environmental procedures. Reports all safety hazards immediately.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or (B.S.), in the biological or related sciences with 0-2 years of applicable ELISA laboratory experience.
- Certificate Program or A.S. degree with 2-3 years applicable ELISA laboratory experience.
- Relevant work experience in an ELISA laboratory of 3-4 years may be substituted for a degree.
- Basic laboratory skills including solution preparation, ELISA manufacturing procedures and laboratory equipment operation.
- Knowledge of biological and chemical laboratory procedures.
- Ability to operate basic laboratory equipment.
- Knowledge of QSR, FDA and ISO regulations.
- Knowledge of computer operation with the ability to use MicrosoftÒ Word and Excel.
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.
Salary Range:
$24/hr - $29/hr
Individual compensation is based on the candidate's experience, skills, knowledge, education, certifications, internal equity, budget and or other business and organizational needs.
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis, we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.
Werfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
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