Aseptic Technician 1st Shift 6:00am - 2:30pm Monday - Friday

Zoetis•Lincoln, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Zoetis manufactures medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock at its Lincoln, Nebraska facility. Under close supervision, the Aseptic Technician is trained to perform procedures in compliance with Process Worksheets, Standard Operating Procedures, and company policies for filling and capping biological products. The position is regular, full-time, and scheduled for 1st shift, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required. The technician learns and follows aseptic procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, safety requirements, and documentation practices. The role includes assisting with tests and production-area supplies, cleaning designated areas, documenting production activities, recognizing product quality issues, and maintaining a safe work environment. The technician may handle hazardous waste and may become certified to operate electric material-handling equipment, as applicable.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Basic mechanical skills.
Demonstrated personal computer usage.
Good communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with peers and the Team Leader.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply safety procedures, SOPs, maintenance instructions, and departmental procedures.
Ability to document steps accurately and legibly.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure and perform metric-system conversions.
Ability to complete controlled documents and inventory calculations using basic math.
Ability to understand and apply written, oral, and diagram-format instructions; ability to multitask.
Ability to recognize product quality issues in accordance with company guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Good listening skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Manual dexterity using hands and fingers.
Ability to stand constantly for extended periods.
Ability to sit, kneel, crouch, and climb frequently, and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Responsibilities

Learn and practice basic aseptic procedures in accordance with training and SOPs.
Assist with reading and reporting test results using scientific instruments.
Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.
Learn and comply with SOPs and related documentation required for job functions.
Learn and assist with completing process worksheets, reports, and log sheets.
Train in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and demonstrate understanding and compliance.
Clean areas as applicable according to specific SOPs.
Assist in maintaining adequate supplies in the production area.
Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment; comply with safety SOPs and procedures, including MSDS guidelines, Near Miss, PPE, biohazard training, and monthly safety trainings.
Handle hazardous waste if required.
Perform mathematical calculations and metric conversions.
Communicate effectively with people within and outside the department using verbal, written, and non-verbal skills.
Become a certified operator of electric material-handling equipment, such as an electric pallet jack or tank tugger, as applicable.
Perform supplemental duties as assigned by supervision.
Read, interpret, and apply safety procedures, SOPs, maintenance instructions, and departmental procedures; communicate effectively with peers and the Team Leader and document steps accurately and legibly.
Complete basic arithmetic, metric conversions, controlled documents, and inventory calculations.
Apply written, oral, and diagram-format instructions; multitask and recognize product quality issues based on company guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Work effectively in a team, listen well, maintain a positive attitude, and show respect for coworkers.