Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Join the Teknova Team and Help Shape the Future of Health

When you join the Teknova team, you're helping to create the future of health. Our customers are working to discover novel therapies that will help people everywherelive longer, healthier lives. We make sure they have a reliable supply of the essential ingredients they need to succeed, and every member of our team plays an important role.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Production Technician I is responsible for learning and performing activities supporting day-to-day production operations in assigned area. Completes routine procedures under direction.

Our Culture:

At Teknova, our culture is all about creative problem solving, and our default answer is "Yes." We're customer-obsessed and go all in for them and each other. We aren't interested in the status quo-we want to discover what's possible. We're bold and built to change. We go above and beyond to develop novel products that help our customers get reliable results, engineer formats that fit their systems, and find ways to ship out their orders one day sooner. Every time we help our customers work more efficiently; we bring them a step closer to that big breakthrough.

Our Values:

We value the unique personality and background of everyone on our team-we want you to be you. By working together and sharing our skills, we find new and better solutions for our customers. The people on our team are at the heart of everything we do, and we're here to support them.

Requirements

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete all assigned training in a timely manner.
• Prepares the necessary products for the next day production.
• Assists Documentation Department with troubleshooting any formulation deviations.
• Performs routine procedures, such as preparation of media, dispensing, labeling and / or washing vessels.
• Maintains equipment in proper working order.
• Collaborates with manager, team lead and team members daily to meet product deadlines.
• Follows all Standard Operating Procedures for assigned tasks and area.
• Responsible for maintaining appropriate training schedule as it pertains to their primary occupational duties.
• Maintains accurate inventory of materials (raw materials, containers, hosing, and any other materials necessary for the completion of assigned tasks and assists with proper ordering to ensure sufficient amounts are retained).
• Accurately records all completion data into the appropriate database, and / or appropriately completes all necessary paperwork.
• Learns new procedures and accepts new assignments within reasonable timeframes, to be agreed upon by the employee and supervisor.
• Recognizes problems; troubleshoots malfunctions in procedures and uses alternative methods if available.

EDUCATION

• High school graduate or equivalent

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Prior work experience.
• Background in Chemistry or related science preferred.
• Good human relations and oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations on basic dilutions and conversions.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to stand on feet for a total of 8-10 hours daily.
• Must be able to carry, lift, push and pull up to 40 pounds.

Benefits:

From performance bonuses that give every member of our team a chance to share in our success to health insurance and retirement savings programs to our generous PTO policy, we're invested in our associates. Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) retirement plans with a 4% employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Teknova wellness program
• Continuous learning opportunities
• Paid holidays, paid time off, and paid sick leave

From our scientists to our shipping department, the people who thrive here see beyond reporting lines-they are driven and open to learning something new. If you're ready to make a difference and be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and customer obsession, we'd love to hear from you. Join us at Teknova and help shape the future of health.

Teknova is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Salary Description

$20.50