Job Description

The REAGENT MANUFACTURING ASSOCIATE (RMA) II is responsible for manufacturing reagents, assembling kits, and qualification of assigned reagents following Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and documenting events following current Good Documentation Practices (GDP).  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manufacture reagents, assemble kits, and qualify assigned reagents according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• Document reagent manufacturing activities following cGMP
• Perform equipment maintenance according to the laboratory’s SOP's
• Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies and equipment in the laboratory for performance of duties
• Clean racks and other laboratory supplies
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications
• Perform clerical work and maintain Reagent Manufacturing and Quality Control documents as necessary
• Assist with managing and ensuring sufficient inventory of reagents in the laboratories of Clinical Operations
• Assist with troubleshooting of manufactured reagents
• Assist in the revision and development of reagent manufacturing SOPs and forms
• Participate in interdepartmental activities with Clinical Operations, Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Supply Chain Management to ensure qualified reagents are available for use at all times
• Assist in inspection preparation activities as needed
• Assist with the training of laboratory personnel on current and new procedures
• Assist in evaluating RMAs for competency
• Report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Laboratory Supervisor, Laboratory Director or Safety Officer
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science or a related science field preferred with at at least 1year of industry experience working in a highly complex and high volume clinical laboratory OR an AS degree or equivalent and 2 years of experience in relevant experience  OR  a High School Diploma with 6 years of relevant experience
• Previous GMP laboratory work experience preferred
• Ability to proactively communicate consistently, clearly, and honestly with both internal employees and customers 
• Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner
• The ability to work as part of a team

Work Environment

• Hours and days may vary depending on operational needs;
• Standing or sitting for long periods of time may be necessary;
• Exposure to hazardous materials, blood specimens and instruments with moving parts, heating or freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation;
• Repetitive manual pipetting may be necessary; and
• Some lifting (up to 25 pounds) may be necessary.

Employee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use office equipment.  Majority of the work is performed in a desk/office environment; however, there may be exposure to high noise levels, fumes, and biohazard material in the laboratory environment.  Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

Guardant Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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