We are hiring a Liquid Formulation Technician. The Liquid Formulation Technician will be responsible for the formulation of liquid media and diagnostic components.

Shift- 3rd shift- Midnight- 8:30 am

At FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific, we turn curiosity into breakthroughs that advance the field of life sciences. By offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services in cell culture media, discovery research reagents, recombinant growth factors and proteins, fine chemicals, and critical assay materials, we partner with the brightest minds in biotech and pharma to tackle the world’s biggest health challenges.

Imagine being part of a team that enables life-changing discoveries like new vaccines, therapies, and advancements in regenerative medicine. Our culture fosters curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, and we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled quality and service to our partners. If you’re ready to make an impact, your future belongs with us at FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific.

Our headquarters in Santa Ana, California, is surrounded by world-class schools, lush parks, and scenic beaches like Laguna and Huntington, making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore. With additional campuses across the US, Europe, China, and Japan, we offer opportunities to make a difference worldwide.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Responsibilities 

• Formulates liquid and / or Diagnostic formulas per manufacturing protocols utilizing various weighing equipment such as scales and balance.
• Handles both solid and liquid raw materials/component to successfully formulate Liquid batches.
• Uses ERP system in conjunction with Mettler-Toledo IND780 terminal system to ensure correct raw materials assigned in the batch record are used and at the specified quantity.
• Reviews lot folders for accuracy, completeness and availability of components necessary to complete job prior to the scheduled date of production.
• Maintains and ensures completeness and accuracy of all documentation associated to work performed.
• Ability to navigate through electronic documentation system.
• Responsible for transactions associated with components and supplies used for batch; to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Follow line clearance requirements to maintain cGMP and cGLP in all work areas.
• Clean and maintain equipment (i.e. stir props, tubing, etc.) and mixing vessels (i.e. tanks, glass containers, etc.) for production use. Ensure release sticker(s) are obtained to ensure use is compliant per SOP in production, as applicable.
• Obtains proper samples and forwards to QC as required.
• Suggest changes in departmental procedures and processes (SOPs) as needed.
• Maintains all required logs and associated documentation.
• Assures that all chemicals are stored and labeled properly.
• Performs calibration on all required equipment including pH meters and osmometers.
• Verifies scale / balance calibration, performs in process scale checks.
• Keeps work area, utensils, tanks, mills, and equipment clean and organized per 6S training.
• Ensures that supplies needed such as weigh boats, gloves, lab coats, etc. are well stocked in their designated areas. Orders supplies or informs Lead/Supervisor if supplies need to be ordered.
• Follows all safety procedures and works in a safe manner including wearing all required personal protective equipment.
• Understands and follows procedures to ensure that chemicals are handled properly.
• Good understanding of pH and osmolality.
• Safely and effectively operates dry heat oven, steam autoclave, centrifuge, mixers, heaters, pH/Osmolality meters and other equipment as necessary.
• Other duties as requested by Lead or Supervisor.

Required Skills/Education 

• Minimum AA degree in Chemistry. BS in Chemistry or equivalent in experience, knowledge, or expertise. BS in Chemistry is desirable.
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in liquid formulation / compounding in a GMP regulated environment if individual has a degree within the Science field OR
• Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in liquid formation / compounding in a GMP regulated environment.
• Working knowledge of lab equipment and instruments such as pH meters, Osmometers, scales, balances, pumps, etc.
• Good work history.
• Working knowledge of metric system.
• Good understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Good oral and written communication skills. 

Salary and Benefits:

• For California, the base hourly range for this position is $22.78 - $29.61 per hour. Compensation for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience, location, etc.).
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

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Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (fisihr@fujifilm.com).