Aseptic Technician I

Zoetis • Charles City, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This 1st 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 producing viral antigens in roller bottles and bioreactors in a clean room setting, including the preparation of continuous cell lines used for virus propagation and inactivation and concentration of viral fluids. It requires working with portable and stationary equipment and steam, and executing aseptic techniques and clean room procedures or support area procedures in a GMP facility. The technician will maintain appropriate departmental cGMP documentation, execute all written procedures (Batch Records and SOPs), and comply with financial and safety procedures. The position also includes the operation, setup, and takedown of departmental equipment, and effective communication with multiple departments.

Requirements

• High school education or GED required.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills required.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk 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 in working in varying temperatures.
• Must be able to don proper PPE to include Tyvek gown.
• 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.
• Possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis.

Nice To Haves

• Post High School education in the Sciences or other related disciplines preferred.
• Good mathematical, science and computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring and staging of clean rooms.
• Perform accurate cell counts.
• Manipulate roller bottles.
• Operate, clean, and sanitize concentration units.
• Operate and maintain bioreactors.
• Monitor and respond to BMS (Building Management System) alarms.
• Accurately document production activities on paper and in computer-based systems.
• Produce viral antigens in roller bottles and bioreactors in a clean room setting.
• Prepare continuous cell lines used for virus propagation and inactivation and concentration of viral fluids.
• Work with portable and stationary equipment and steam.
• Execute aseptic techniques and clean room procedures or support area procedures in a GMP facility.
• Maintain appropriate departmental cGMP documentation.
• Execute all written procedures, to include Batch Records and SOPs.
• Follow and comply with all financial procedures.
• Follow and comply with all site safety procedures.
• Operation of departmental equipment to include set up and take down.
• Effectively work in a team environment and communicate with multiple departments.

Benefits

• Competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits
• An array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.

What This Job Offers

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