Laboratory Technician 1 - Bacterin

Prairie Holdings•Sioux Center, IA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Bacterin Lab Technician will assist in the cultivating, supplementing, and inactivation of bacteria used for the production of autogenous vaccines. Applicant must be able to work with little to no supervision and be able to read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) within the respecting department.

Requirements

Good verbal and written skills.
Able to work with minimal supervision.
Able to communicate effectively.
Problem recognition
Able to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend information and to effectively convey information to colleagues at various levels.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
High-school diploma or higher

Nice To Haves

Degree or experience in related field is preferred but not required.
Aseptic Technique and clean room experience is preferred but not required.
Good documentation practice experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Cultivating, supplementing, and inactivation of bacteria in sterile environments, using aseptic techniques learned through on-the-job training.
Scheduling of weekly task and communicate to appropriate parties.
Growth monitoring of bacteria and determined harvest parameters as assigned by Standard Operating Procedures.
Ability to read and understand Standard Operation Procedures (SOP’s) in an efficient and accurate manner.
Record keeping and documentation of daily task.
Preparing, cleaning, and sterilization of glassware and equipment used in various procedures.
Inventory management.
Accurate communication amongst co-workers and supervisor.
Able to demonstrate and promote safe lab practices and procedures as assigned by Cambridge Technologies.
Acts within guidelines of Cambridge Technologies company policies.
Must be able to learn and follow regulatory guidelines by the USDA.
Able to lift up to 50lbs and stand for extended periods of time.
All other assigned duties.