Production Associate

Medgene Labs•Brookings, SD

47d•Onsite

About The Position

At Medgene Labs, we are advancing animal health through science, innovation, and dedication. Based in Brookings, South Dakota, our team is proud to develop and deliver next-generation vaccines that protect animal populations and support producers across the country. With a passion for discovery and a commitment to excellence, we are shaping the future of animal health one breakthrough at a time. If you're looking to join a collaborative, mission-driven team that's making a real difference in animal health and beyond, we'd love to hear from you! Purpose: Perform daily laboratory operations of Vaccine Production within the site's described procedures. Distinguishing Feature: Production Associate is responsible for the manufacturing of vaccines in accordance with established methods. Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and aseptic techniques is preferred. The position requires the ability to read and understand standard operating procedures and to execute the procedures to ensure compliance with CVB regulations. Good documentation practices are required while documenting the work that is being performed.

Requirements

Knowledge of Aseptic Techniques and Good Laboratory Practices.
Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices.
Ability to perform various cell culture and bacterial growth methods.
Ability to follow specific procedures.
Ability to work safely with infectious materials and specimens.
Ability to operate scientific equipment and computers.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to keep detailed and accurate documentation.
Ability to maintain a safe work environment for self and other employees at all times.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and aseptic techniques is preferred.
A microbiology background is preferred.

Responsibilities

Read and understand SOPs and Protocols for manufacturing vaccines.
Maintains records detailing adherence to established policies.
Manufacturing of veterinary vaccines in compliance with CVB guidelines and regulations.
Maintains appropriate records commensurate with CVB guidelines.
Ensures high-quality production standards from culture through bottling.
Ensure security of Master Seed, Unreleased, and Released Products.
Assist with creating the conditions for increasing productivity by analyzing and improving existing processes as well as improving technology transfers and minimizing losses.
Maintenance of all laboratory equipment, facility, and standards within the Vaccine Production division.
Assisting with the planning and organizing of production processes as well as providing guidance and training to staff through instructions and SOPs.
Ensure compliance with aseptic procedures and cleaning schedules.
Performs other work as assigned.