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PCR Production Technician III

  • 2025-36140
  • Hercules, California, United States
  • Manufacturing/Production
  • Essential(Onsite)

As a Bio-Rad Production Technician III at our Hercules, CA location, you'll play a crucial role in producing specialized life science products essential for researchers and scientists striving for healthcare breakthroughs and saving lives. Your primary responsibilities will include formulating bulks, buffers, and solutions in a clean room laboratory. You will also collaborate closely with our development teams on new product initiatives. Additionally, you'll gain in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing process and adhere to safety, environmental, and OSHA regulations to uphold our high standards. The Global Supply Chain’s Manufacturing team is dedicated to delivering top-quality products for clinical diagnostic labs and life sciences research.

How You’ll Make An Impact: 

  • Formulate highly technical bulks, buffers, and solutions to support the PCR product portfolio in a clean room environment, to avoid product contamination.
  • Adhere to controlled Standard Operating Procedures, Production Procedures, and document production in batch records following GDP/GMP guidelines.
  • Assist Research and Development by fulfilling inventory requests for new product development.
  • Manage and dispose of all materials in compliance with safety, environmental, and OSHA regulations.
  • Perform general laboratory maintenance, including cleaning work areas, washing dishes, and managing inventory via SAP.
  • Set up, maintain, calibrate, and support the troubleshooting and repair of laboratory equipment.

What You Bring:

  • Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Associate degree preferred. College level courses and/or specialized training in the assigned technical discipline preferred.
  • Work Experience: 6+ years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Practical experience with quality systems, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), buffer preparation, and equipment operation.
  • Collaborative team player, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality standards.
  • Proficiency in math, problem-solving, and computer skills is essential.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

 

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability,  paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more! 

 

Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $55,500 to $76,400 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see. 

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

 

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