Aseptic Technician I

Zoetis • Charles City, IA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

This 3rd shift Aseptic Technician I position is responsible for executing department specific tasks in accordance with all applicable cGMPs and compliant with Corporate/site procedures, regulations, and policies. The role involves growing bacteria following Manufacturing Directions from start to harvest, including starting and passing seed in clean rooms to growing seed vessels and production vessels along with inactivation of the bacteria. It also includes performing downstream processing which may include concentrations, homogenization, and centrifugation, involving working with stationary and portable equipment and steam. Clean room gowning is required, and the technician will perform aseptic processing skills while working in a clean room setting.

Requirements

• High school education or GED required.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills required.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to reach above shoulder level, bend/stoop, push/pull, and handle/grip frequently.
• Must be able to work scheduled 40 hours with the ability to work overtime as needed.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of 5 to 25 lbs.
• Regular reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting.
• Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Nice To Haves

• Post High School education in the Sciences or other related disciplines preferred.
• Good mathematical, science and computer skills preferred.
• Must be comfortable in working in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Execution of aseptic techniques and clean room procedures or support area procedures in a GMP facility.
• Maintain and edit, as appropriate, departmental cGMP documentation.
• Execute and lead operation to comply with all written procedures, to include Batch Records and SOPs.
• Follow and comply with all financial procedures.
• Follow and comply with all site safety procedures. Identify ways to improve the safety culture of the department.
• Operation of departmental equipment to include set up and take down. Provide oversight as necessary.
• Effectively work in a team environment and communicate with multiple departments.
• Follow good GMP practices.
• Perform Aseptic processing skills while working in a clean room setting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED