Genentech

Genentech

Pilot Plant Technical Specialist II

South San Francisco · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$92k-$171kDetected 7 days ago
Process ImprovementGMPCell CultureCommunicationMentoring

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Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role100
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level III)83
Fits your clock70

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 21 green-card filings in this occupation, 100% were for a worker who already held the job.

Green-card follow-through: 77%

Of 13 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 3 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 487 days.100% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.

Files H-1B transfers

34 transfer filings in the last year, covering 34 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 8 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • Execute routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and weekly/monthly calibrations for equipment such as analyzers, bioreactors, and pH/DO2 probes.
  • Provide actionable feedback and recommendations for process optimization, continuous safety improvements, and potential cost/FTE savings.
  • Work independently and serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide functional guidance and mentorship to colleagues.

Responsibilities

  • Perform cell culture operations (50L-1000L SUBs, ambr250) and support new technology development projects in a non-GMP Pilot Plant across all phases of drug development.
  • Maintain overall facility cleanliness and organization while prepping, operating, and cleaning bioreactors, centrifuges, autoclaves, and tubing sets.
  • Collaborate and interact effectively with cross-functional customer groups and external vendors.
  • Maintain accurate run records in databases, e-tickets, and summaries in full alignment with ALCOA data integrity criteria.
  • You demonstrate a proven ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, learn quickly, and perform basic equipment troubleshooting.
  • You are a positive team player who collaborates effectively with diverse teams and varying project objectives.

Requirements

  • You hold a BA/BS degree in life sciences or an equivalent qualification.
  • You have prior hands-on experience with Large-Scale Cell Culture operations (50L-1000L SUB) or ambr250 systems.

Compensation

  • The expected salary range for this position based in California is $ 91,800.00 - $170,600.00 USD Annual.

Equal opportunity

  • equal opportunity employer.
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