Facilities Technician - San Diego
Facilities Technician
Location: San Diego, CA | Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We’re looking for a hands-on Facilities Technician to help keep our site running safely, efficiently, and in full compliance within a cGMP peptide manufacturing environment. In this role, you’ll support day-to-day facility operations, perform maintenance and repairs, assist laboratory and manufacturing teams, and play a key role in safety, environmental, and emergency response efforts.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and wants to be part of a mission-driven organization.
What You’ll Do
Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on facility systems and equipment
Support GMP and Process Development labs with equipment servicing and material handling
Coordinate and oversee outside contractors to ensure safe, compliant work
Conduct facility inspections and support cleaning and sanitation programs
Handle hazardous waste and participate in emergency response activities (HAZWOPER-trained)
Assist with equipment installation, validation support, and EHS compliance
Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection documentation
What We’re Looking For
High School Diploma or equivalent experience
At least 6 months of experience in a laboratory or technical environment
Willingness to obtain OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER and Forklift certification
Basic knowledge of GMP, lab operations, and safety regulations
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset
Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and on flexible schedules (including nights or weekends as needed)
Why PolyPeptide?
At PolyPeptide, facilities work isn’t just maintenance, it’s mission critical. You’ll be part of a collaborative team supporting life-changing therapies while working in a role that offers variety, responsibility, and real impact.
If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in keeping operations running smoothly, and want to grow your skills in a regulated manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and help power the science behind better health.
Salary: $22/hr - $24/hr
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Department
- Facilities
- Role
- FAC Technician
- Locations
- San Diego
San Diego
Perks & Benefits
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Paid Holidays (13 Holidays)
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Paid Vacation Leave
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Paid Sick Leave
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Birthday Off
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Tuition Reimbursement Program
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Basic Life Policy & AD&D
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401K (6%Matching)
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Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
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Student Debt Reduction Program
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Fresh Fruit Program
Our Values
INNOVATION
- We are curious and explore new ways.
- We are ambitious and find solutions.
EXCELLENCE
- We have a strong technical knowledge and we deliver results.
- We deliver quality in everything we do.
TRUST
- We believe in teamwork and collaboration.
- We lead by example and accept responsibility.
About PolyPeptide US
PolyPeptide is a specialized Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) for peptide and oligonucleotide-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (API). By supporting its customers mainly in pharma and biotech, it contributes to the health of millions of patients across the world.
PolyPeptide serves a fast-growing market, offering products and services from pre-clinical through to commercial stages. Its broad portfolio reflects the opportunities in drug therapies across areas and with a large exposure to metabolic diseases, including GLP-1.
Dating back to 1952, PolyPeptide today runs a global manufacturing network in Europe, the U.S. and India.
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