Central Services Technician 2nd Shift Tuesday – Saturday 2:00pm – 10:30pm

Zoetis•White Hall, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Zoetis is the world’s largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals. At Zoetis, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Looking for your chance to work for the #1 Animal Health company in the world? Zoetis is looking for the next amazing colleague to join the family. The Central Services Technician works under moderate to minimal supervision, performing manufacturing procedures for the production of animal vaccines in accordance with Process Worksheets, Standard Operating Procedures and USDA and Zoetis policies and guidelines. This role requires maintaining proper documentation and records in accordance with cGMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) principles, maintaining a safe work environment, and demonstrating reliability in attendance. The technician will also demonstrate good communication skills using verbal, non-verbal and written skills, and utilize mechanical skills to maintain equipment and identify mechanical problems. The position is for the 2nd Shift, Tuesday – Saturday, 2:00pm – 10:30pm. Overtime and holiday work may be required.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent required.
Ability to understand written and verbal directions.
Ability to communicate effectively with peers and leadership.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to effectively use basic math applications (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Ability to document accurately and legibly using cGMP principles.
Minimum of 4 yrs. experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of PC using window-based applications.

Nice To Haves

Four years of college with a bachelor’s degree in science, or Business Administration, or four years of supervisory experience.
Undergraduate degree or courses in biological sciences
Demonstrated technical understanding of fermentor and downstream processing equipment.
Proficient in aseptic technique
Prior experience in a biological manufacturing setting

Responsibilities

Clean, prep and steam sterilize portable tanks used in the production process.
Prepare and sterilize (autoclave) ancillary equipment and media components to support daily processes.
Operate filter integrity testers.
Assist in the operation and cleaning of concentrators and various DSP equipment.
Assist with aseptic BPC bagging processes.
Comply with cGMP practices and documentation.
Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment.
Understand and comply with safety SOPs and procedures (Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) guidelines, Near Miss, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), biohazard training, Monthly Safety training, etc.)
Demonstrate good housekeeping practices.
Perform routine cleaning and disinfection of manufacturing space and equipment per established procedures.
Perform material handling with hand and powered moving equipment.
Perform minor maintenance on potable tanks and downstream processing equipment.
Inform Team Leader of shop floor issues, concerns, and possible solutions.
Work with maintenance and engineering to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
Demonstrate the ability to perform mathematical calculations and metric conversions.
Learn and assist in the completion of documentation including process worksheets and log sheets.
Perform other duties as assigned by Team Leader