Calibration Technician

About Allogene:

Allogene Therapeutics, with headquarters in South San Francisco, is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of allogeneic chimeric antigen receptor T cell (AlloCAR T) products for cancer and autoimmune disease. Led by a management team with significant experience in cell therapy, Allogene is developing a pipeline of “off-the-shelf” CAR T cell product candidates with the goal of delivering readily available cell therapy on-demand, more reliably, and at greater scale to more patients.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly motivated Calibration Technician to join our team. This onsite position will report to the Director, Engineering and Asset Management and will split time between our 2 sites in Newark, CA and South San Francisco, CA. In addition to facilities oversight activities, you will assist in the operation and maintenance of the company’s facility for production of cell-based therapeutics. You will strive to ensure that our manufacturing facility, all labs and lab personnel are supported to meet business needs.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Apply knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain a variety of equipment to ensure measurement accuracy
• Support and provide technical assistance in GMP and non-GMP facilities. Escort/support vendors as needed
• Timely completion of tasks and work orders with appropriate documentation according to standard operating procedures, applicable standards, guidelines, practices, and policies
• Assist with identification, purchase, and organization of spare parts
• Maintain a safe work environment; work in a safe manner following all safety SOP’s and wear Personal Protective Equipment as required
• Support and take direction from Facilities team members required to sustain functionality of their areas
• Assist in facility services including cleaning of process equipment and instrumentation, performing basic maintenance in process machinery and weekly rounds
• Work independently and make sound judgments regarding work methods, tools and standards used
• Ensure facility and all labs and lab/manufacturing personnel are supported to meet business needs, including lab gasses, preventive maintenance, equipment service contracts, calibration and safety equipment
• Follow instructions to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies including FDA, CA FDB, OSHA, DOH, EPA, Fire Department, city audits, Health Department, etc.
• Work in an environment containing hazardous chemicals, high and low temperature liquids, high pressure liquids and gases, steam, and moving machinery
• Able to work after hours and on call as needed; weekend shift support and shutdowns
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements & Experience

• High School diploma, relevant trade certification, or college training in engineering or manufacturing/analytical process instrumentation or equivalent experience required with at least 2 years of GMP calibration or maintenance experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical company
• Experience in calibration of temperature, pressure, humidity, level, flow, and analytical instrumentation (scales, pH, conductivity, etc.)
• Computer skill level appropriate to navigate and use CMMS/CCMS, and standard word processing and spreadsheet programs
• Must be detail oriented and able to carry out and follow instructions
• Previous experience with CMMS and Environmental Monitoring Systems is required. Familiarity with Blue Mountain is a plus
• Demonstrated understanding of systems needed to manage a GMP facility such as: HVAC, electrical, process systems, plumbing/piping, general maintenance
• Understanding of building P&IDs, as-built, schematics and flow diagram and electrical, is desired however, not required
• Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize effectively to deliver results within aggressive timelines with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication are essential in this collaborative work environment.
• Experience in operating a BMS system, preferred
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 50 lb. of equipment or supplies
• Must be able to squat, bend, kneel, climb, and or reach for 75% of an 8-hour shift
• Valid CA driver’s license and ability to be covered by the company’s vehicle insurance policy.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

We offer a chance to work with talented people in a collaborative environment and provide a top-notch compensation and benefits package, which includes an annual performance bonus, equity, health insurance, generous time off (including 2 annual holiday company-wide shutdowns) and much more. The expected hourly salary range for this role is $35 to $40 per hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, business needs, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

As an equal opportunity employer, Allogene is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job-related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. We also embrace differences in experience and background, and welcome diversity of opinions and thought with active recruitment and internships designed to create a stronger and better Allogene that is focused on developing life-changing products for patients.

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