Assembler II (Temporary/Contractor) at Inovio in San Diego, California

Job Description:

About INOVIO

INOVIO is a biotechnology company focused on rapidly bringing to market precisely designed DNA medicines to treat and protect people from infectious diseases, cancer, and diseases associated with HPV. INOVIO is the first and only company to have clinically demonstrated that a DNA medicine can be delivered directly into cells in the body via a proprietary smart device to produce an efficacious, robust and tolerable immune response. Partners and collaborators include Advaccine, ApolloBio Corporation, AstraZeneca, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)/Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND)/Department of Defense (DOD), HIV Vaccines Trial Network, International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Medical CBRN Defense Consortium (MCDC), National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, Ology Bioservices, the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy, Plumbline Life Sciences, Regeneron, Richter-Helm BioLogics, Roche/Genentech, Thermo Fisher Scientific, University of Pennsylvania, Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, and The Wistar Institute. For more information, visit www.inovio.com.

Job summary

The Assembler II uses a variety of hand and power tools, fixtures, work instructions and test equipment to perform a series of operations to correctly assemble and/or test medical devices.

Essential job functions and duties

• Follow detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures to build disposable and electronic products both in and out of a cleanroom environment.


• Provide hands on job function training to coworkers as needed.


• Maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.


• Perform assembly of electronic components and sub-assemblies.


• Complete cable routing and securing of wire harnesses and components.


• Perform repairs to sub-assemblies and devices.


• Generate accurate production records.


• Notify supervisor of any production abnormality or unsafe condition/ practice.


• Comply with policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements per the Quality System.


• Perform other duties as requested.

Minimum requirements

• High school degree or equivalent; Technical/Vocational school, and completion of Level I or equivalent experience in a similar position.


• Minimum 2 years in a commercially regulated medical manufacturing environment. Technical training may be applied in lieu of experience.


• Experience working within a class 8 or higher cleanroom environment.


• Basic soldering & de-soldering skills strongly desired.


• Working knowledge of industry color and numeric codes.


• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and assembly instructions.


• Knowledge of ESD practices.


• Ability to use test instruments, jigs, and various hand tools.


• Ability to read and comprehend procedures written in English.


• Displayed comprehension of assembly practices and technologies.

• Familiarity with assembly tools, processes, and terminology.

• Technical knowledge of electronics and mechanical designs.


• Understanding of the application and functioning of test equipment.


• Good verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision.


• Understanding or experience with regulatory requirements (OSHA, FDA, ISO) and general safety.


• Self-motivated team player.

• Good written and oral communication skills.


• Medical device manufacturing experience.


• Familiarity with personal computers.


• Technical writing skills desired.


• Lifting to 30 pounds.

Disclaimer

INOVIO Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. In keeping with our policy, INOVIO will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job titles the most qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, creed, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

A current US work authorization is required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. INOVIO offers an attractive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Important notice to employment businesses/agencies

INOVIO does not accept referrals from employment agencies unless written authorization from the INOVIO Human Resources department has been provided. In the absence of written authorization, any actions undertaken by employment agencies shall be deemed to have been performed without our consent and therefore INOVIO will not be liable for any fees arising from employment agency referrals in respect to current or future position vacancies at INOVIO.

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