Manufacturing Technician I - Live Downstream

Ceva Santé Animale•Lenexa, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technician I – Live Downstream works with live antigens, batching solutions, and semi-finished products while following aseptic techniques and cGMP procedures. The role uses equipment including batching vessels, filling and capping machines, and lyophilizers, and supports production activities in laboratory and clean-room environments. The position is located in Lenexa, Kansas.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Good self-discipline and attention to detail; follow proper documentation procedures.
Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment.
Good math and computer skills.
Flexible work hours, including willingness to work outside scheduled hours when necessary, alternative shifts, and weekends as required.
Planning and time-management skills.
Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read, write legibly, and understand English.
Ability to tolerate cold working areas and work in required clean-room garments and environments.
Ability to stand and walk more than 90% of the workday; perform frequent fine motor hand and wrist movements and periods of balancing, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching from below the knees to above the shoulders.
Ability to push or pull 50 pounds and occasionally up to 120 pounds; lift up to 35 pounds overhead and occasionally up to 50 pounds overhead; carry up to 50 pounds; and rise from sitting on the floor to standing without assistance.
Must adhere to strict grooming and appearance standards; makeup, visible piercings, false nails, nail polish, and jewelry are prohibited while on duty.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Life Science.
Experience in a cGMP environment.
Knowledge of cGMP and CGLP procedures.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Set up and turn around process equipment.
Work with chemicals, steam, and pressurized vessels.
Operate batching vessels, filling machines, and capping machines.
Perform environmental monitoring during aseptic procedures and use aseptic technique during processes.
Perform APHIS-certified sampling procedures.
Operate general production equipment, including autoclaves, pumps, scales, and particle monitors.
Prepare solutions.
Clean and sanitize laboratories and equipment daily.
Assemble batching and filling equipment for processes.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Document and maintain activity records according to cGMP regulations.
Maintain effective working relationships with others.
Perform other assigned duties.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures.