CPO I - Temporary

Responsibilities

• Weighs, measures, prepares, and mixes materials to make stock solutions/products per work instructions and batch procedures. Calculates required material quantities and adjusts ratios as needed during production.
• Keeps work area clean and organized; identifies and reports safety concerns.
• Position requires forklift use, wearing of air respirators (full-face supplied air and cartridge style), and hazardous chemical handling/disposal.
• Collects samples and performs in-process testing (e.g., pH, conductivity), resolving issues identified.
• Ensures proper chemical raw material handling and disposal of hazardous waste.
• Maintains accurate, timely production records and labels all prepared solutions and buffers.
• Performs SAP transactions, including goods issue/receipt, labor tracking, inventory transfers, and lookups.
• Communicates inventory, planning, quality, or process issues to supervisors or appropriate departments and recommends updates to work instructions, SOPs, and overall process improvements.
• Performs basic troubleshooting and minor equipment repairs, escalating to maintenance as needed.
• Decontaminates, prepares, and isolates equipment for cleaning, servicing, or maintenance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Ensure consistent output with efficient work practices, machine operation, and troubleshooting of Production equipment to minimize downtime and optimize throughput.
• Maintain product quality and regulatory compliance through accurate execution of manufacturing processes, in-process inspections, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by supporting housekeeping practices, waste reduction efforts, process improvements, and new product introductions.
• Comply with established processes for hazardous waste handling, wastewater, and environmental emissions.
• Promote a safe and accountable work environment by complying with PPE and safety requirements and proactively communicating production issues.

What You Bring

• High school diploma required.
• Associate's degree with chemical/biological background or Chemical/biological Processing certification preferred.
• 0-3 years production experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools - Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, SAP a plus.
• Solid Math skills with the ability to convert units of measure and calculate ratios.
• Ability to speak, read and write using business communication skills. (English)
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to effectively collaborate and work as part of a team.
• Basic analytical skills with an ability to resolve simple issues in effective and practical ways.

Compensation

Compensation : The estimated hourly range for this position is $23.13 to $31.78 per hour at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. As a temporary associate, your employment will be managed directly through our approved agency provider.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.