Operations Technician - 3rd shift
About The Position
For over 130 years, the company has pioneered groundbreaking science, driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, they work hand in hand with customers to empower those who care for animals. The Manufacturing Operations teams are responsible for product manufacturing with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset, striving for continuous improvement and ensuring the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. This Technician position is located at the Animal Health facility in Worthington, Minnesota, which is expanding operations to manufacture vaccines for large and companion animals. The site utilizes biologics production using fermentation and cell culture platforms, as well as filling and freeze-drying technologies. This role will involve the preparation of intermediate components, such as media solutions, working seed stocks, and bacterial antigens, and the downstream processing of these components.
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED required
- Good communication skills and ability to work well with others
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
- Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test
- Aseptic Technique
- Biological Sciences
- Biomanufacturing
- Cell Cultures
- Clean Room Environment
- Communication
- Microbiology
- Microsoft Office
- Pharmaceutical Biology
- Primary Cell Culture
- Raw Materials
- Vaccine Management
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Microbiology or related field preferred
- Working knowledge of cGMP
- Working knowledge of aseptic technique
- Working knowledge of fermentation and fermentation vessels
- 2+ years manufacturing work experience preferred
- Biochemical Analysis
- Biochemical Assays
- Biochemical Tests
- Biotechnology
- Cell Biology
- Cell Physiology
- cGMP Regulations
- Cytotechnology
- Embryonic Stem Cells
- Gene Therapy
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Manufacturing Support
- Microbiological Analysis
- Microbiological Cultures
- Molecular Biology
- Molecular Microbiology
- Production Operations
- Production Processes
- Product Manufacturing
- Regenerative Medicine
- Safe Operation
- Talent Management
- Tissue Cultures
Responsibilities
- Prepare media
- Operate fermentation vessels
- Perform necessary cleaning/disinfecting of equipment and laboratories
- Work in a clean, aseptic environment (cleanroom environment)
- Follow written SOPs and Outlines of Production
- Comprehend and comply with cGMP guidelines
- Complete and review documentation for accuracy and completeness
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
- retirement benefits, including 401(k)
- paid holidays
- vacation
- compassionate and sick days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
