Position Description  

We are hiring an MSS Manufacturing Technician. The MSS Manufacturing Technician will perform all functions in a Prototype Manufacturing Plant supporting Fujifilm Irvine Scientific’s product lines and services. The primary tasks include powder and liquid product manufacture and raw material inventory management to support the Express Media Service program.  Secondary activities are supporting process development and investigations for R&D, Quality, and other Operations departments. 

At FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific (dba FUJIFILM Biosciences), we turn curiosity into breakthroughs that advance the field of life sciences. By offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services in cell culture media, discovery research reagents, recombinant growth factors and proteins, fine chemicals, and critical assay materials, we partner with the brightest minds in biotech and pharma to tackle the world’s biggest health challenges.

Imagine being part of a team that enables life-changing discoveries like new vaccines, therapies, and advancements in regenerative medicine. Our culture fosters curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, and we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled quality and service to our partners. If you’re ready to make an impact, your future belongs with us at FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific (dba FUJIFILM Biosciences).

Our headquarters in Santa Ana, California, is surrounded by world-class schools, lush parks, and scenic beaches like Laguna and Huntington, making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore. With additional campuses across the US, Europe, China, and Japan, we offer opportunities to make a difference worldwide.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Responsibilities: 

• Attention to detail is critical to all duties and responsibilities 
• Performs all tasks in compliance with safety and quality policies, procedures, and requirements 
• Manufactures prototype and non-regulated products following manufacturing directions and protocols described with paper and paperless systems 
• Performs all steps of non-GMP powder manufacture 
• Staging 
• Powder Formulations
• Powder Manufacturing using Impact Mills and IBC Blenders 
• Trace Powder Manufacture using Ball Mills 
• Powder Packaging and Labeling – Finished Goods and Semi-Finished Goods 
• In-process testing of hydrated samples (pH, osmolality, appearance, powder density as needed) 

• Performs all steps of non-GMP liquid manufacture 
• Staging 
• Liquid Formulation – Powder Hydration, Mixing, Step-based ingredient additions 
• Liquid Processing and Packaging – Aseptic Filling, Packaging, and Labeling 
• In-process testing (pH, osmolality, appearance, liquid density as needed) 

• Assists in Test Batch preparation, Investigations, and Process Development projects 
• Operates plant equipment 
• Autoclave 
• Laboratory equipment including scales, balances, pH meters, osmometers 
• Formulation and weighing stations for liquids and powders running SAP 

• Trains EMS manufacturing technicians in powder manufacturing and inventory tasks 
• Follows proper aseptic technique when sterile filling products in laminar flow hoods 
• Performs inspection of materials and finished goods 
• Performs basic chemistry testing of finished goods and intermediates 
• Performs set-up, operation, and cleaning of plant equipment according to specification   
• Participates in inventory management including stocking, reconciliation, and cycle counts 
• Assures packaged products are palletized, identified and stored in the proper location 
• Assists with routine facility and equipment maintenance tasks 
• Understands and follows procedures for proper and safe handling of chemicals including use of Safety Data Sheets 
• Uses safety equipment including PPE, ladders, and fume hoods according to procedure 
• Maintains clean and orderly work area and performs necessary housekeeping duties 
• Performs other duties as requested by Lead or Supervisor 

Required Skills/Education:  

• High School diploma, AA degree in Biology or Chemistry preferred, college level chemistry preferred 
• Good work history 
• 2+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. 
• Experience in powder and/or liquid manufacturing (medical device, food/vitamin processing or pharmaceutical) preferred 
• Excellent attention to detail 
• General education (High School) 
• Mathematics coursework including unit conversions, college level preferred 
• Chemistry coursework, college level preferred 
• Knowledge of Metric System 
• Ability to understand current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) 
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.    

Salary and Benefits: 

• For California, the base salary range for this position is $19.65 - $25.51 hourly. Compensation for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience, location, etc.). 
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Life Insurance 
• 401k 
• Paid Time Off 

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Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (fisihr@fujifilm.com).