Genentech is the founder of the biotechnology industry and has been delivering on the promise of biotechnology for more than 43 years. It has been a member of the Roche Group since 2009 and is one of its most important centers of pharmaceutical research. At Roche, the patient is at the heart of all R&D efforts, and delivering life-changing therapies to patients while also driving positive change in the global society is the impetus to everything we do.

A healthier future. It is what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That is what makes us Roche.

The Opportunity

As a Manufacturing Technician, you will work within a team to produce and deliver quality products for patients around the world. We are a 24/7 site and the workload is divided within an Upstream and Downstream department. In both areas, technicians are expected to work in a safe manner and follow our Standard Operating Procedures at all times. Doing these two critical aspects of our job helps us maintain our right to operate and commitment to governing bodies around the world.

Our Manufacturing begins in Upstream, where we thaw and scale up our process. Some of the responsibilities for Upstream technicians are: preparing the medium needed for cell growth and maintaining our Cell Cultures which includes the set-up and breakdown of stainless steel bioreactors.

In Downstream, technicians work on a series of operations to isolate, purify, and concentrate the product. This includes preparation of Buffers, cleaning and steaming in place Chromatography skids, and supporting formulation.

To learn more about the manufacturing process, please watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxvJatvqBVE

Who you are:
You are someone who wants to influence your own development and can work independently, with limited supervision. You are looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your own interests; where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point. Experience is not necessary but preferred.

Candidates must be able to work any of the following manufacturing shifts:

12 hr Day Shift, 6:00 am – 7:00 pm,
Sunday -Tuesday plus every other Wednesday
Wednesday – Friday plus every other Saturday

10 hr Day Shift, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm
Sunday - Wednesday
Wednesday - Saturday

10 hr Swing Shift, 3:30 pm -2:00 am
Sunday - Wednesday
Wednesday - Saturday
5% Swing Shift Differential

12 hr Night Shift, 6:00 pm -7:00 am
Sunday-Tuesday plus every other Saturday
Wednesday – Friday plus every other Saturday
10% Night Shift Differential

On boarding will consist of a 3-4 week schedule of Monday thru Friday 8am - 5pm followed by on the job training for 3-4 weeks Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday 1:00pm - 11:30pm. Once on boarding is complete, you will be released to your Manufacturing shift.

Shift availability will be determined by matching candidates strengths to shift needs and subject to change based on business needs. Staff working over 8 hours in a day will be paid overtime in accordance with local and state laws. In addition, staff working swing or night shifts will be paid a shift differential. While we are occasionally able to accommodate shift requests, candidates with open availability will be given priority consideration as we are not able to guarantee shift placement.

Behaviors, competencies, and qualities:

Hardworking and fast learning individual that thrives in a high paced environment

You manage your time and communicate effectively with your team members

Experience in clean room environment under cGMP and ISO/FDA standard as well as manufacturing and assembling medical devices is strongly preferred

Ability to think critically and work both tactically and strategically

Strong quality mindset with attention to detail and a desire to deliver service excellence

Ability to work effectively, exhibit a professional manner and establish constructive working relationships

Qualifications / Requirements:

Proficiency in the English language- reading, writing, and communication.

Must be able to work all shifts, required overtime as needed, and stand for extended periods.

Must be able to pass all job-related tests and certifications required for working in a cGMP, quality environment including but not limited to: inspections and GMP requirements to perform essential functions of the job.

Must re-qualify every year on all job-related training and certifications, as job or qualifications require.

May climb upwards of six flights of stairs a day to maneuver within the manufacturing facility.

You will be on your feet for 8 to 11 hours of the day and will be required to wear Genentech-provided lab approved steel toe shoes.

You may work with hazardous materials and chemicals

Lifting up to 25lbs may be required.

The environment requires that gowning in the form of hospital scrubs, bunny suits, gloves and steel toe boots be worn. Also, no makeup or jewelry can be worn when working in the clean room environment. Personal cell phones are not allowed on the clean room floor.

Education:
Degree in Life Sciences or Engineering and 1 year related experience;
Associate degree and 3 years experience;
Biotech certificate from approved program;
High school and 5 years’ experience

Work Experience:

1 to 2 years (within the last 7 years) experience in the operation of complex mechanical equipment used in the washing, autoclaving, and assembly of parts used in Upstream or Downstream processes is highly desirable.

Target industries include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biomedical, electronic, and chemical, food, cosmetics, and/or other medical industries.

Computers:

Must be computer literate, including ability to interface with computer systems and PLC-based logic.

Must be comfortable working with Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), navigating through web pages and e-mail.

Must possess basic typing skills and understand Google platforms.

Please note: We currently do not sponsor work visas for this position or offer relocation assistance. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $20/hour - $22/hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.