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Production Operator I - Part-Time - Weekend
Rapid Micro Biosystems
Summary
The Production Operator is a highly skilled role responsible for supporting product demand while meeting production quality, yield, and cost-control goals. This position operates production equipment and performs all required duties within the production area. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, team-based environment and can work effectively with others to meet shared objectives and demanding production schedules.
Job description
This is a part-time weekend position with a regular schedule of Saturday and Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Candidates must be available to work the full scheduled shift on both days. Start Date: This position is expected to begin the weekend of January 9–10, 2027. Reports to Production Supervisor of Manufacturing – Consumables.
Responsibilities
- Follow the daily production schedule.
- Ensure materials are stocked and ready before production begins.
- Verify that equipment is calibrated and functioning properly, including balances/scales, the Mediaclave, and other production equipment.
- Clean and sanitize equipment, the cleanroom, and work areas before and after production.
- Weigh and measure materials accurately.
- Record lot numbers, serial numbers, calibration information, and pre-fill QC results (pH, temperature, water resistivity, TOC).
- Complete batch records accurately and in full.
- Support equipment qualification testing (IQ/OQ/PQ).
- Update and post production status information.
- Print and verify product labels as needed.
- Follow cGMP, ISO, and company quality procedures.
Required
- High school diploma with 2 years of related experience, or an Associate’s degree.
- At least 1 year of cleanroom experience; full cleanroom gowning (smock, boots, and mask) is required.
- Strong aseptic technique and laboratory skills.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
- Must be willing and able to successfully complete company-provided cleanroom certification. All Weekend Production Operators are required to become cleanroom certified.
Preferred
- Experience with automated manufacturing processes.
- Ability to troubleshoot basic maintenance issues and automated equipment.
Technical Skills
- Basic computer skills (email, data entry, navigating software systems).
- Basic Excel skills (data entry, simple formulas, updating trackers).
- Experience using laboratory equipment such as balances, pipettes, and pH meters.
- Working knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Familiarity with cGMP and ISO requirements.
Physical Requirements
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs.
Requirements
- High school diploma with 2 years of related experience, or an Associate’s degree
- At least 1 year of cleanroom experience
- Full cleanroom gowning (smock, boots, and mask) is required
- Strong aseptic technique and laboratory skills
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
- Must be willing and able to successfully complete company-provided cleanroom certification
- Basic computer skills (email, data entry, navigating software systems)
- Basic Excel skills (data entry, simple formulas, updating trackers)
- Experience using laboratory equipment such as balances, pipettes, and pH meters
- Working knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
- Familiarity with cGMP and ISO requirements
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs
Benefits
- Cash incentive opportunities
- Equity grant
Company overview
Rapid Micro Biosystems is an innovative life sciences technology company specializing in automated quality control microbiology solutions for the healthcare sector. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, the company provides mission-critical automation solutions to facilitate efficient manufacturing and safe release of healthcare products including biologics, vaccines, cell and gene therapies, and sterile injectables. The company's flagship product, the Growth Direct System, automates and modernizes antiquated manual microbial quality control testing workflows used in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations worldwide. This automated platform accelerates the detection of microbial contamination in pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices, and personal care products through growth-based technology that fully automates traditional compendial methods. Rapid Micro Biosystems serves as a trusted partner to healthcare product manufacturers globally, helping them improve quality control processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver compelling economic benefits through faster results, greater accuracy, and increased operational efficiency.