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Location: United States, CA
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<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>Job ID:00405730Job223of370Bioprocess Technician/Sr. Bioprocess Technician, Downstream ManufacturingOceanside, CaliforniaJob factsJob functionTechnical OperationsLocationUnited States - CaliforniaOceansideCompany / DivisionPharmaceuticalsScheduleFull-timeJob typeRegular EmployeeJob levelExperiencedServiceDirect linkApply OnlinePrintWho We AreAt the Roche Group, about 80,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we''ve become one of the world''s leading research-focused healthcare groups. A member of the Roche Group, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry for more than 30 years, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. The headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical operations in the United States, Genentech has multiple therapies on the market for cancer and other serious illnesses. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech, where we believe that our employees are our most important asset and are dedicated to remaining a great place to work.The PositionResponsible for producinginnovative biotherapeutic medicine by interfacing with highly automatedproduction systems and controls in cGMP manufacturing environment, and maintainareas in high state of inspection preparedness. Operates production equipment for cell culture or purification that mayinclude culture growth, process monitoring, sampling, harvesting, purification,formulation, freeze thaw and transfer. Performsmedia/buffer solution preparation operations. Maintains records and clean room environment to comply with regulatoryrequirements utilizing current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and StandardOperating Procedures (SOP). Responsible for being proficient in two or morefunctional areas and applies expert knowledge of mechanical, scientificprinciples, processes and biopharmaceutical processing equipment.* Provide coaching and training on best practices and compliance toSOPs.* Prepare solutions for the production process.* Participatein continuous operational improvement.* Providereports to management summarizing goal unit attainment.* Work with coworkers and supervisor to effectivelytroubleshoot equipment and process issues.* Understandsthe theory, concepts, and regulations behind biopharm technology andprocesses. * Astrong knowledge of at least one manufacturing department with an understandingof process impact of other areas.* Anticipatespotential problems and takes preventative action.* Requiresjudgment to know when it is necessary to consult with supervisor and/or supportgroups. * Understandshow own actions impact others and uses this information in decision-making.* Operate systems that clean and sterilizetanks and filtration systems. * Prepare solutions for the production process.* Review documentation and check allcalculations (e.g. tickets, labels, equipment reading).* Trouble shoot equipment and processproblems.* Comply with safety requirements, cGMP,SOP and manufacturing documentation.* Use of automation to perform production operations.* Provide support to Manufacturing to meet production demands.* Operate automated systems for equipment operation.* Assemble and prepare equipment for production.* Exhibit detail oriented documentation skills.* Communicate effectively and ability to work in a teamenvironment.* Exhibit professional interpersonal skills. * Work with coworkers and supervisor to effectivelytroubleshoot equipment and process issues.* All employees with jobs that require access to theWarehouse must be able to pass the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)Security Threat Assessment (STA).* Follows established safety and environmentalguidelines and procedures for all work performed. Immediately reports safety and environmentalincidents including injuries, illnesses, near misses, and safetysuggestions. Fosters a positive safetyculture in which no one gets hurt.* Operate fermenters, centrifuges, other

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