MANUFACTURING RESEARCH ASSOCIATES
(BIOTECHNOLOGY: MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION)

• THE JOB
• COMPENSATION
• REQUIREMENTS
• OCCUPATIONAL CODES
  
  

MANUFACTURING RESEARCH ASSOCIATES (BIOTECHNOLOGY: MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION)
California Occupational Guide Number 2007 (part)
Interest Area:  Emerging Occupations
1996

THE JOB

Manufacturing Research Associates are responsible for 
assisting in the implementation of production procedures to improve 
manufacturing processes.  The Research Associate may also maintain 
production equipment and be involved in the packaging and distribution 
processes.

COMPENSATION

$22,000 to 40,000 per year

REQUIREMENTS

Skills/Knowledge

   Good oral, written, and computer communication skills.
   Knowledge of product design and materials.
   Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment capabilities, and 
     production methods.
   Knowledge and understanding of quality control/assurance standards.


Training/Requirements

   BS degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent.
   Up to 2 years experience in research product development or in    
   manufacturing.

OCCUPATIONAL CODES

Not Available

Source:  State of California, Employment Development Department,
         Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
         (916)  262-2162

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