PROCESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATES
(BIOTECHNOLOGY: MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION)

• THE JOB
• COMPENSATION
• REQUIREMENTS
• OCCUPATIONAL CODES
  
  

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

THE JOB

Process Development Associates implement procedures to 
optimize and improve manufacturing processes.  They assist in developing 
production processes which improve product yield and reduce production 
costs.  Processes may be in fermentation, purification, and aseptic fill 
areas.  Associates may be also responsible for researching, developing, and 
implementing new methods and technologies to improve production.

COMPENSATION

$22,000 to $38,000 per year

REQUIREMENTS

Skills/Knowledge

   Good oral, written, and computer communication skills.
   Attention to detail essential.
   Detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment capabilities, 
   and production methods.


Training/Requirements

   BS or MS degree in biosciences, other scientific disciplines or in 
   engineering.
   Up to 2 years experience in manufacturing.

OCCUPATIONAL CODES

DOT:
Production Engineer, 012.167-046

OES:
Industrial Engineers, 221280


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

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