Orca Bio · 1 day ago
Cell Therapy Production Associate, Oncology, 2nd Shift
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$23/hr - $29/hr
1+ years expOrca Bio is a late-stage biotechnology company focused on redefining the transplant process through innovative cell therapies. The Cell Therapy Production Associate, Oncology plays a crucial role in the production of cell therapy products, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements while collaborating with various teams in a GMP environment.
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Responsibilities
Operate and closely monitor advanced manufacturing equipment to support the production of cutting-edge cell therapy products
Follow and execute standard operating procedures (SOPs) and batch records to perform production activities
Identify and resolve equipment or process issues, escalating to management as necessary
Complete all assigned training to maintain required technical proficiency and adhere to cGMP standards
Operate, monitor, clean, and prepare advanced automated equipment for cell processing, expansion, and filling in Grade B/C cleanroom environments. All required PPE and GMP-compliant gowning are provided by the company
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, including manufacturing efficiency, compliance practices, and support for investigations, deviations, and change control processes
Required to participate in an on-call rotation as needed for weekend and/or holiday shifts
Qualification
Required
Associate degree and at least 1 year of experience in biomanufacturing
High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 2 years of biomanufacturing experience
Must have visual acuity of 20/20 (corrected or uncorrected) and normal color vision
Must be able to meet cleanroom gowning requirements, including wearing full gowning for extended periods
Must be able to work at either Orca Bio Sacramento location based on operational needs
Must be comfortable regularly participating in video-based meetings
May be required to work scheduled overtime, weekends, or holidays based on business needs
Operate and closely monitor advanced manufacturing equipment
Follow and execute standard operating procedures (SOPs) and batch records
Identify and resolve equipment or process issues, escalating to management as necessary
Complete all assigned training to maintain required technical proficiency and adhere to cGMP standards
Operate, monitor, clean, and prepare advanced automated equipment for cell processing, expansion, and filling in Grade B/C cleanroom environments
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, including manufacturing efficiency and compliance practices
Required to participate in an on-call rotation as needed for weekend and/or holiday shifts
Highly detail oriented with special attention to quality and documentation
Strong work ethic, curiosity to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative manner
Highly tolerant and respectful of all team members
Preferred
Experience working in GMP-compliant environments
Involvement in investigations, deviations, and change control processes
B.S. degree in Biological or related sciences
Benefits
Shift-differential pay of +7%
Pre-IPO equity
Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Flexible PTO
401(k) plan
Life and accidental death and disability coverage
Parental leave benefits
Free daily lunches and snacks at our on-site locations
Company
Orca Bio
Orca Bio is a clinical-stage cell therapy company dedicated to delivering curative medicine to patients.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$192MKey Investors
Lightspeed Venture Partners
2020-06-17Series D· $192M
2018-05-17Series C
2016-05-01Seed
Leadership Team
J
Jeroen Bekaert
Co-Founder, President & COO
Recent News
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