MANUFACTURING TECHNICIANS
(BIOTECHNOLOGY: MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION)

• THE JOB
• COMPENSATION
• REQUIREMENTS
• OCCUPATIONAL CODES
  
  

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

THE JOB

Manufacturing Technicians operate and maintain equipment 
used in the manufacturing and packaging of products.  Technicians are 
responsible for implementing and coordinating production in the 
fermentation, purification and septic fill processes.  They weigh, measure 
and check raw materials, and ensure that the manufactured batches contain 
he proper amount and mix of ingredients.

COMPENSATION

$18,000 to 33,000 per year

REQUIREMENTS

Skills/Knowledge

   Good oral, written, and computer communication skills.
   Ability to understand detailed instructions.
   Knowledge of good manufacturing practices.


Training/Requirements

   HS diploma or equivalent at the entry level.
   BS or MS degree in biological sciences.
   Up to 2 years of experience 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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