Technician, Manufacturing

Axolabs is a business unit of LGC, and a leading provider of CRO / CDMO capability to the therapeutic oligonucleotide discovery and development industry. Centred out of LGC’s site in Kulmbach, Germany, Axolabs works closely with its customers to assist the identification and development of lead candidates with a broad suite of bioinformatics, biology, chemistry, manufacturing and analytical services that support discovery, pre-clinical and clinical trials and scale-up manufacture. With a track record in Nucleic Acid Therapeutics that traces back more than 20 years, Axolabs provides deep knowledge and expertise in the services it provides, working collaboratively and responsively with its clients to assist them in achieving their objectives.

The Manufacturing Technician will perform routine processes associated with oligonucleotide manufacturing in the LGC Petaluma Therapeutic GMP suite. Processes include: synthesis, cleavage and deprotection, purification, desalting, and lyophilization of oligonucleotides.

Perform manufacturing processes (synthesis, purification, desalt, freeze drying, etc) in accordance with the production schedule and maintain a high quality of work that aligns with internal standard operating procedures and cGMP protocols.

Work with an array of equipment (synthesizers, HPLC purifiers, HPLC columns, TFF skids, lyophilizers, etc) for production at various scales

Maintain batch records, logs, and other production records as directed per company procedures and cGMP protocols.

Maintain a safe and orderly laboratory environment through regular cleanings and organization that is in alignment with internal GMP SOPs

Develop best practices to facilitate execution of manufacturing operations in accordance with SOPs.

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, or related field – OR – 1-3 years of experience in a chemical lab setting preferably cGMP or oligonucleotide related.

Familiar with cleanroom practices and regulatory compliance.

Experience with mid to large scale laboratory equipment and operations.

Experience operating within robust quality systems

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Able to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment

Detail oriented

Able to identify, assess, and address problems efficiently

Competitive compensation with strong bonus program

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents

FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care

Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution

Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program

Flexible work options- 8, 10 and 12 hour shifts available with option of day, swing and night shifts.

Pet Insurance for our furry friends

Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks

PTO that begins immediately

Full week paid off during the holidays

Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Companywide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

The typical pay range for this role is:

Technician I, Manufacturing Minimum: $ 20.90 /Hourly Maximum $34.86 /Hourly

Technician II, Manufacturing Minimum: $ 23.08 /Hourly Maximum $38.46 /Hourly

Technician III, Manufacturing Minimum: $ 25.39 / Hourly Maximum $42.31/Hourly

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the California -based position. The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as: experience, skills, and location.

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.

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