About the role
Overview
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.
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.
Rapid Micro Biosystems is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package designed to attract, inspire and retain the best talent in our industry. In addition to base pay, our full-time regular employees are eligible for an attractive benefits package, cash incentive opportunities, and an equity grant.
The hourly rate for this position is $28/hr.
Starting payrates are determined based on skills, experience, budget and other job-related factors. More information about our total compensation package will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process.