About this role
Description
The Bioprocess Operator is responsible for interfacing with automated production and bioprocess systems and controls. Operators in this role will operate production equipment with specific duties that encompass: equipment preparation, culture growth, media/buffer preparation, process monitoring, sampling, and harvesting, all within a regulated environment focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.
Responsibilities include
● Operate bioprocess equipment for cell culture operations (cell bank thaw through harvest).
● Prepare media and buffer solutions for the production process.
● Clean, assemble, and sterilize equipment.
● Comply with safety requirements, adherence to standard operating procedures, batch records, good documentation practices, and data capturing.
● Partner with coworkers and supervisor to effectively troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
Skills
bioprocess, gmp, manufacturing environment
Top Skills Details
bioprocess,gmp,manufacturing environment
Additional Skills & Qualifications
● B.A. or B.S. degree in Life Sciences preferred, or equivalent experience in a bioprocess manufacturing environment or other regulated industry.
● Basic understanding of cell culture processes, equipment setup, aseptic technique, and sterilization operations.
● Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and interact with process automation systems for routine work.
● Experience with creating and maintaining manufacturing operations documentation (SOPs, batch records) is a plus.
● This role works a 4/10, alternative work schedule, and is required to work weekends.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Emeryville, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $38.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Emeryville,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026. About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or
adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,
please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.