Bioprocess Technician

Job Title: Bioprocess Technician

Job Description

Perform duties associated with aseptic processes, weighing, measuring, counting, calculations, sampling, and verifications required for biological production processes in accordance with batch production records (BPR) and in compliance with current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) standards, all current safety standards, and site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct aseptic processes and handle biological production tasks.
• Weigh, measure, count, and perform calculations as required by BPR.
• Sample and verify processes to ensure compliance with cGMP standards.
• Understand and operate production equipment and ensure the availability of necessary equipment, instruments, and materials.
• Perform transactions within the electronic inventory management system.
• Oversee production processes, cleaning, and environmental monitoring.
• Conduct in-process batch quality checks according to written procedures.
• Adhere to safety rules and wear appropriate safety equipment.
• Utilize basic computer skills to create, update standard operating procedures, and write deviation reports.
• Complete all assigned training including safety, GMP, equipment operation, and other necessary procedures.
• Generate and implement new ideas for workplace and process improvements.

Essential Skills

• Basic knowledge in fermentation, centrifuge, concentration units, and biological organisms.
• Understanding of production equipment operation.
• Ability to read and interpret batch records, quality, and safety documentation.
• Proficiency in aseptic techniques.
• Experience with SOP and sterile processing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma required. AAS or BA in Biotechnology or related scientific field preferred.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production setting preferred.
• Basic computer skills.

Work Environment

Work primarily occurs on the production floor, overseeing batches and ensuring their quality. Tasks involve working with fermentation systems, vessels, centrifuges, and other large-scale production systems. The role requires instrumentation and mechanical work, a big-picture mindset, quick thinking, and multitasking ability.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Dodge, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $30.75/hr.

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 Fort Dodge,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.