Quality Control Technician - Viral

Vaxxinona US, Inc. • Willmar, MN

18h • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Vaxxinova US is seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our team in Willmar, MN. The Quality Control Technician is responsible for completing product testing of viral vaccine products. Starting pay is $24 per hour, depending upon experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Familiar with cell culture, aseptic technique and general virology.
• Possesses an understanding of quality control standards and methodologies.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Basic math, including serial dilutions and log calculations Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Communications skills to effectively work within teams and across departments.
• Strong analytical and trouble-shooting skills
• Read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal & written instructions in English
• A.S. degree in a related field required, B.S. degree in a related field preferred
• One (1) year cell culture work experience with MS or BS degree; three (3) years cell culture work experience with AS degree required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain primary and immortal cell cultures.
• Laboratory skills such as ELISA, cell staining, direct and indirect fluorescent antibody staining, and viral titration procedures.
• Equipment includes inverted and fluorescent microscope, spectrophotometer, biosafety cabinet, single and multichannel pipettes and centrifuges.
• Maintaining a clean laboratory environment through regularly scheduled cleaning and disinfecting activities.
• Egg inoculation and fluid harvest testing.
• Working with management to plan work schedules and inventory levels are sufficient to meet production demands.
• Aids in process improvement and implementation of new tests and test development.
• Initiate, review, and provide revisions of testing procedures and specifications; ensure that policies, SOPs, and safety procedures are instituted and followed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off accrual
• 9 Paid holidays
• Company paid shutdown consisting of 4 business days between December 25 and December 31
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• And many other voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree