Finished Goods Technician at Watchmaker Genomics
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Sep, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jun, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Measurements, Word Processing, Interpersonal Skills, Aseptic Technique, Laboratory Techniques, Computer Literacy, Management Software, Software, Iso, Publishing, Ngs, Spreadsheets

Industry

Pharmaceuticals

Description

Position: Finished Goods Technician
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Department: Production
Location: Saltriver, Cape Town (onsite)
Experience: Matric / High school diploma or Associates degree and 3-4+ years of industry experience in lieu of an undergraduate degree or: An undergraduate degree in a relevant life science discipline and 0-2+ years in a biotech or related industry.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Watchmaker Genomics is inviting applications for the full-time position of Finished Goods Technician in our Cape Town Office. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations and will be responsible for bulk liquid manufacturing, filling of vials, kit assembly, laboratory & inventory maintenance and will contribute to process improvements.
The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced working environment and contribute directly to our company culture and success. The position provides an opportunity to grow and develop laboratory skills and techniques in the production department

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate will have experience in biotech industry manufacturing, quality control and quality assurance. Basic knowledge of or experience with temperature sensitive materials, enzyme production, Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), ISO 13485 compliance or ERP/inventory management software is a plus.

The following skills and experience are requirements for the position:

  • Ability to pipette liquids, weigh powders and accurately identify and record measurements
  • Ability to quickly learn and execute on basic laboratory techniques
  • Computer literacy in spreadsheets, excel and word processing software
  • Excellent organizational skills and outstanding attention to detail
  • The ability to multitask, perform constantly under pressure and work without supervision
  • Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work as an effective member of a team
  • Ability to work on their feet and lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

The following are preferred:

  • Drafting/revising and publishing of work instructions and/or standard operating procedures
  • Experience with high-growth start-up environments
  • Basic understanding of ISO 13485 and/or experience working in an ISO compliant facility
  • Aseptic Technique

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Matric / High school diploma or Associates degree and 3-4+ years of industry experience in lieu of an undergraduate degree or an undergraduate degree in a relevant life science discipline and 0-2+ years in a biotech or related industry
Responsibilities

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