Twistbioscience The Manufacturing Associate at Twist Bioscience will produce DNA and plasmid products in a high-throughput, automated lab environment. The role includes operating lab equipment, following SOPs, and maintaining detailed documentation.
Responsibilities
Manufacture high quality custom products in a high throughput MFG lab according to established SOPs.
Operate laboratory equipment and liquid handling robots such as Hamilton Stars, bioanalyzers, centrifuges, sealers, thermocyclers, spectrometers, Illumina Next-Gen sequencers etc.)
Effectively use molecular and cell biology processes and techniques, especially PCR, DNA quantitation, purification and cloning.
Maintain thorough, accurate and detailed documentation of all work performed using existing document templates and software applications.
Update and write work instructions and documentation.
Work independently and in a safe manner.
Pay great attention to details and perform consistent work without excessive supervision.
Help Leads and Supervisors with troubleshooting and the handling of process deviations.
Package and/or organize products for shipping.
Work according to Good Manufacturing and ISO practices. Learn, adopt and promote lean manufacturing concepts.
Complete all the daily assigned tasks to keep the manufacturing schedule on track and report back to Lead and Supervisor.
Qualification
Good computer skills (ExcelMust be able to lift up to 20 lbs
Required
Relevant experience that can indicate success in a high throughput, fast pace laboratory manufacturing environment.
Associates or Bachelors degree in Biology, chemistry or related field is desirable.
Familiarity or prior experience in a manufacturing and/or a laboratory environment is highly desirable.
Good written and verbal skills are critical.
Good computer skills (Excel, Word, Atlassian etc) and the ability to quickly learn new software applications.
Ability to pay great attention to details.
The work will be performed in a very dynamic laboratory team environment.
It is a 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