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Orca Bio · 1 day ago

Cell Therapy Production Associate, Oncology, 2nd Shift

positionSacramento, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
money$23/hr - $29/hr
date1+ years exp

Orca Bio is a late-stage biotechnology company redefining the transplant process by developing next-generation cell therapies. The Cell Therapy Production Associate, Oncology plays a critical role in the production of life-saving cell therapy products, ensuring adherence to strict quality standards and regulatory requirements.

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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

Biomanufacturing experienceGMP-compliant environmentsStandard operating proceduresTechnical proficiencyInterpersonal skillsDetail orientedWork ethicCollaborative manner

Required

Must have visual acuity of 20/20 (corrected or uncorrected) and normal color vision to safely perform critical tasks such as visual inspection of materials, equipment, and labeling, including distinguishing color-coded components in a GMP environment
Must be able to meet cleanroom gowning requirements, including wearing full gowning (face coverings, gloves, hoods, goggles) for extended periods, as needed
Must be able to work at either Orca Bio Sacramento location (3400 Business Dr. or 7910 Metro Air Pkwy) 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 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
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
Associate degree and at least 1 year of experience in biomanufacturing, OR High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 2 years of biomanufacturing experience

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

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Orca Bio is a clinical-stage cell therapy company dedicated to delivering curative medicine to patients.
dateFounded in 2016
location
Menlo Park, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://www.orcabio.com

H1B Sponsorship

Orca Bio has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (3)
2023 (1)
2021 (1)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$192M
Key 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
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