Laboratory Technician – Virus Operations 1st Shift 7:15am – 3:45pm

Zoetis•Lincoln, NE

7d•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 Work in a manufacturing laboratory setting using mammalian cell culture practices and techniques. Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP. Understand and follow safety policies as it relates to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality. Hours: 1st Shift, 7:15am – 3:45pm. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent required.
Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, computer skills and working knowledge of metric system.
Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, biohazards, continuous standing and lifting to a maximum of 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

BS in Biological sciences preferred.
Preference given to applicants with relevant experience in biological production and/or aseptic manufacturing.
Mammalian cell culture practices and techniques are desirable.
Fundamental understanding of bioreactors/fermentors is desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform processes and operate equipment required for production of bulk viral antigen.
Understand and apply good cell culture practices as it relates to viral and antibody production.
Operate equipment involved in downstream processing of production bulk fluids (e.g., tangential flow filtration, hollow-fiber filtration, sterile filtration, etc.).
Using knowledge of bioreactors/fermentors and support equipment, apply skills to identify mechanical problems and maintain equipment.
Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP.
Understand and follow safety policies as it relates to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality.