Manufacturing Associate (Temp)

Job Summary:

Blue Life Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as Manufacturing Associate. The Manufacturing Associate will be responsible for picking, packing, and shipping Blue Life products to customers. The successful applicant must be comfortable with ensuring the manufacturing and shipping of products is on schedule and is in accordance with quality standards.

The successful Manufacturing Associate will be a self-motivated learner and team player. This position offers room for career growth and will be perfect for a candidate interested in pursuing a career in biotech or laboratory work.

This position is temp-to-hire and is based in the Blue Life Solutions Headquarters in Las Vegas, NV.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 Kit Assembly

• Pull products from inventory and assemble components into kits and kit sub-assemblies using quality system documents. (These tasks will be carried out under supervision until area supervisor determines that competency has been demonstrated.)
• Label components and kits accurately, under supervision
• Perform quality control checks during and after assembly to ensure all kits meet company standards.
• Document completed kit assemblies in the inventory management system.
• Organize and maintain an orderly workspace for efficient assembly and inventory retrieval.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to address any identified discrepancies or issues with kit components.
• Assist in developing and implementing improvements to the kit assembly process to enhance efficiency and minimize errors.
• Ensure adherence to all safety and cleanliness protocols in the assembly area.

 Dispensing of Chemicals and Buffers:

• Setup and operation of the semi-automated dispensing, capping and labeling equipment.
• Documentation of processes, lot numbers, and batch records.
• Assist in monitoring inventory of supplies
• Monitor inventory levels of chemicals, buffers, and associated supplies to ensure timely replenishment.
• Perform calibration and maintenance of dispensing equipment to maintain operational efficiency and product quality.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality guidelines for the handling, preparation, and dispensing of chemicals and buffers.
• Assist in the creation and review of documentation related to dispensing operations, including SOPs, equipment logs, and batch records.
• Work with the Quality Assurance team to address deviations or inconsistencies in the dispensing process.

Shipping of Blue Life Solutions Products

• Preparation of orders for shipment according to invoices
• Pick and package orders
• Documentation of lot numbers and quantities of orders on invoice
• Coordinate with the Customer Service department and Manufacturing department to check inventory to verify availability of needed products
• Notify the Manufacturing and Production Manager of product shortages
• Package and ship in accordance with packaging guidelines and accepted methods/practices
• Coordinate with the Customer Service department to process replacement and back orders
• Monitor packaging material supplies and notify the Manufacturing and Production Manager when materials reach the restocking point
• Unload/receive material as required
• Perform housekeeping duties in areas assigned

Education and Experience:

• Knowledge in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, Immunology, Virology, or Molecular Biology preferable.
• Preferably 1 year of manufacturing/assembly and shipping experience.
• Proficient using computers
• High school diploma is required.
• Associates or bachelor’s degree Preferable.

About Us:

Founded in 2021, Blue Life Solutions, LLC is a Las Vegas-based sample collection device manufacturer offering highly collaborative services to manufacture devices for the masses. Our innovative sample collection devices have been used all over the world. Notably, to support COVID-19 testing during the global pandemic. To provide simple, easy to use sample collection devices, our experienced team of PhD’s and scientists offer a free sample collection device manufacturing consultation. Dedicated to scale and quality, we follow a multi-step quality assurance process for our devices. If you are passionate about straight-forward, simple, and available collection devices and working to remove healthcare barriers for life-saving diagnoses of diseases, we want to speak with you! 

Compensation:

The estimated base compensation range for this position is $15 per hour - $19 per hour at the time of posting. Actual compensation details 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Blue Life Solutions welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. These include sex, age, color, race, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical & mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Location:

Onsite – 2015 E Helm Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89119