Aseptic Technician I

Zoetis•Charles City, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This 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.

Requirements

High school education or GED required.
Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills required.
Strong communication skills required.
Must be able to walk, sit, or stand for long periods of time.
Must be able to wear a respirator.
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.
Must be comfortable working in varying temperatures.
Frequent lifting and carrying 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.

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, including 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.
Perform environmental monitoring and staging of clean rooms.
Perform accurate cell counts.
Manipulate roller bottles or operate and maintain bioreactors for seed production.
Monitor and respond to BMS (Building Management System) alarms.
Accurately document production activities on paper and in computer-based systems.
Perform inoculation, candling, and harvest of all CEO seeds.