Laboratory Technician – Microbiology Team Technician 1st Shift

Zoetis•Lincoln, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Zoetis is the world’s largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals. At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the Nebraska’s Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow. Benefits Include: $500 Sign on Bonus 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays. 401(k) match with company profit sharing. Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program. Great Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1. Position Summary Schedule and conduct Environmental Monitoring to support manufacturing activities and for product release while following GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), QO (Quality Organization) and Regulatory procedures. Preparation media for Quality Control testing to support manufacturing activities and for product release while following batch records, QO, and GLP procedures. Secondary responsibilities could require performing routine glassware preparation, washing and sterilization in compliance with specified Standard Operating Procedures. Hours: 1st Shift. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in biological sciences/chemistry
One to two years relevant experience.
Basic Aseptic technique
Excellent Organization, Verbal and Written Communication skills
Experience in media preparation and autoclave operation beneficial.
Basic understanding of aseptic operation and microbiology.
Ability to lift 20-50 pounds routinely, withstand long periods of standing, exposure to temperature.
Manual dexterity using hands and fingers.
Withstand long periods of standing.
Exposure to high temperatures (autoclaves)
Occasional need to sit, reach with hands and arms.
Manual dexterity using hands and fingers.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision work.
Ability to work flexible hours, work weekend and overtime (as needed)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences/chemistry
Experience with aseptic manufacturing environments
Competent using Window-based applications, specifically MODA, SAP, and Excel
Experience working within regulatory requirements (USDA, FDA, EU, etc.)
Experience with aseptic practices and aseptic manufacturing areas
Knowledge of MODA, SAP, LIMS, Process Runner, and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Under close supervision, the Laboratory Technician will perform routine laboratory procedures using aseptic technique, in compliance with specifications in all Standard Operating Procedures and Standard Test Procedures used to support testing and release of product.
Prepare aseptic and non-aseptic media for other groups within QO.
Perform Environmental Monitoring in production areas.
Monitor processes and alert supervisory personnel of known or suspected quality problems.
Practice basic aseptic laboratory procedures as per training and SOPs.
Apply Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) to assigned work.
Learn and demonstrate understanding of basic sterilization principles.
Understand and use production schedules.
Assist in inventory management of laboratory supplies etc. Maintaining testing reagents and supplies
Understand and perform basic laboratory techniques/procedures as per training and SOPs.
Review documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Compile and report laboratory test results.
Assist in Laboratory Investigations; Alert supervisory personnel of known or suspected quality problems.
Contribute and participate in Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP
Understand company policies and procedures, i.e., Safety, SOP’s, and cGMP’s.
Learn and comply with regulatory requirements such as USDA, FDA, EU
Demonstrate ability to perform assigned work in a safe manner.
Demonstrate ability to recognize potential safety hazards.
Verify and validate data entry in Laboratory Information Management Systems
Participate in trouble shooting and problem solving for routine tests and processes.
Demonstrate technical awareness using data, good judgment, and experience.
Communicate effectively between departments, shifts and employees.
Routine glassware preparation
Washing of glassware
Decontaminate materials from laboratories via autoclave sterilization.
Sterilize glassware and other materials for use in laboratories.