Manufacturing Associate

About our ClientSkills Alliance is exclusively partnered with a Seattle-based, single cell sequencing startup that is looking to bring on a Manufacturing Associate to assist with kitting and other production tasks.About the RoleAs a Temporary Manufacturing Associate, you will be contributing to the expansion of our client's manufacturing capabilities by performing manual and automated production processes for the manufacturing and kitting of products. This position is expected to start in mid October and run through November, but does have the chance to extend / convert. Regular hours are 9:00AM - 5:30PM with about 5 hours of OT expected per week.ResponsibilitiesManufacture and kit goods in a laboratory environment, maintaining strict adherence to written procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).Escalate observations to area management upon identification of potential issues in order to avoid downstream impacts.Perform scheduled and as-needed cleaning operations to sanitize work area, equipment, and lab supplies.Verify all required equipment and materials are in the proper condition and disposition status prior to beginning work.Accurately complete all required work documentation including, but not limited to, entering data into batch records, maintaining cleaning and maintenance logs, and initiating deviations and/or nonconformities.Assist with maintaining finished goods, work-in-progress, and raw material inventory levels.Support a safe work environment by following all PPE requirements and identifying any opportunities for improvement.Propose and perform revisions to procedures, batch records, work instructions, and other training materials to improve workflow and reduce potential for errors.Interact with support functions such as Quality Control and Supply Chain on activities required for manufacturing and testing.Perform root cause analyses using techniques.QualificationsHigh School Diploma (Associates or Bachelors degree preferred).Demonstrated proficiency in standard productivity tools such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.High attention to detail and proven ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Great written and verbal communication skills.The ability to work both independently and in a team environment.Job ConditionsMust be able to work in a laboratory environment while wearing PPE consistent with the requirements of BSL-1, or, when applicable, BSL-2 laboratories.Must be able to follow all COVID-19 risk reduction and risk mitigation guidelines as provided by federal, state, and local governments, building management, and the Company.Standing for extended periods, and occasionally carrying and/or lifting up to 30 pounds is required.Pay range and compensation packagePay Range is $20 - $25/hour, depending on experience. ~5 hours per week of OT at 1.5x regular hourly rate is expected, but not guaranteed.Equal Opportunity StatementSkills Alliance is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.```