Seed Culture Worker (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing)
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Seed culture workers (pharmaceutical manufacturing) are manufacturing operators who aseptically culture master culture stocks serving as raw materials for biopharmaceuticals and perform quality control.
Description
Seed culture workers inoculate master culture stocks into culture devices through aseptic operations in cleanrooms, and manage culture conditions (temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, etc.) using incubators and shakers. They also handle sampling during culture, monitoring of growth status, reagent preparation, execution of sterilization procedures, and documentation management based on GMP. After manufacturing, they collect quality test samples from the cultures and collaborate with the quality control department to prepare for supply to final products. Accuracy of records, equipment maintenance, and hygiene management are essential for maintaining quality.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the biopharmaceutical market, job demand is expected to remain stable. Skills adaptable to automation and digitalization will become important in the future.
Personality Traits
Good Teamwork / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Cleanroom Duty / Pharmaceutical Company Employment / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Operator → Team Leader → Production Technician → Quality Assurance Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Aseptic Operation / Basic Microbiology Knowledge / Cleanroom Work / Culture Device Operation / GMP Documentation Management / Reagent Preparation
Recommended Skills
Cell Culture / Data Analysis / English Literature Reading / Molecular Biology Techniques / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even small amounts of foreign matter contamination affect product quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work follows standardized procedures. |
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