Manufacturing Technician I - Live Frozen

CEVA SANTE ANIMALE•Lenexa, KS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife. Indeed, Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach. As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Requirements

Understanding of aseptic manufacturing techniques and cleanroom behavior.
Ability to operate filling machines, freezers, autoclaves, and production support equipment.
Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing requirements and Good Documentation Practices.
Understanding of OSHA, USDA, and company safety requirements.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional manufacturing team.
Ability to become gown qualified.
Flexibility to work outside normal schedules, including weekends and holidays, as business needs require.
Ability to read, write legibly and understand English
Color vision, frequent fine motor movements of the hands and wrist, periods of short term balancing, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and reaching below knees to above shoulders
Ability to stand and walk >90% of work day
Ability to push/pull 50 lbs, up to 120 lbs occasionally
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs overhead, up to 50 lbs overhead occasionally
Ability to carry up to 50 lbs
Ability to get up from seated on the floor to standing without assistance
Ability to dress and operate in clean room environments

Nice To Haves

Associate/Bachelor's degree in Life Science preferred but not required
Experience in a cGMP environment is preferred
Knowledge of cGMP and CGLP procedures is desirable
Experience with Lean Manufacturing is preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare production batches following approved batch records, SOPs, and cGMP requirements.
Operate manual and semi-automated filling equipment for aseptic filling of live viral products.
Set up, operate, monitor, and perform changeovers on filling equipment.
Verify batch calculations, component additions, and production parameters.
Monitor fill weights, volumes, and process performance throughout manufacturing.
Assist with troubleshooting minor equipment and process issues.
Transfer intermediate and finished products between manufacturing operations.
Maintain communication with production teams to support manufacturing schedules.
Follow all documentation standards, including clear, accurate, and concurrent documentation practices.
Complete, verify, organize, and submit production records, batch records, logs, and associated paperwork.
Print and distribute current production records as needed.
Perform cycle counts and inventory reconciliation.
Record receipts, transfers, and inventory transactions within JDE.
Maintain Kanban inventory systems and First-In First-Out (FIFO) inventory practices.
Order raw materials and production supplies through vendor-managed inventory systems.
Ensure QA-released materials are available prior to entering production areas.
Set up, clean, assemble, disassemble, and prepare manufacturing equipment for production.
Clean laboratory dishware and production equipment.
Wrap equipment and laboratory supplies for sterilization.
Operate autoclaves for sterilization of laboratory equipment and supplies.
Load and unload autoclaves while completing required documentation.
Troubleshoot minor autoclave issues when necessary.
Maintain organized workstations during preparation and sterilization activities.
Monitor liquid nitrogen storage tanks, portable dewars, and associated equipment.
Record nitrogen temperatures and liquid levels.
Perform visual inspection of final product ampoules.
Prepare ampoules for freezing and maintain associated inventory records.
Operate programmable control rate freezers according to approved procedures.
Prepare labels according to production schedules.
Operate labeling equipment for approved final product ampoules.
Operate dry heat ovens used for sterilization of finished ampoules.
Complete all production records associated with freezing and labeling operations.
Maintain line clearance procedures by processing one serial at a time.
Clean and disinfect manufacturing equipment, production rooms, support areas, kitchens, coolers, freezers, and workstations according to established procedures.
Prepare cleaning and disinfectant solutions while maintaining associated logs.
Remove waste, biohazard materials, dirty laboratory garments, and hazardous waste according to approved procedures.
Complete temperature monitoring logs for manufacturing support areas.
Maintain safe, clean, and organized work environments before, during, and after manufacturing activities.
Utilize appropriate PPE and comply with all company safety requirements.
Maintain effective communication and working relationships across departments.
Support changing production priorities and schedules.
Assist other manufacturing areas as business needs require.
Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform additional duties as assigned.