Quality Control Technician

Vaxxinona US, Inc. • Willmar, MN

8d • $0 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for assisting and supporting the overall quality program, to ensure sitewide compliance in production, testing, and distribution of veterinary biologic products, within guidelines set internally and by regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Familiar with aseptic technique.
• Familiar with computer systems and software including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite applications as well as Adobe Suite and other database applications of intermediate to advanced level.
• Competency with mathematics through algebra and in the metric system.
• Strong attention to detail, organization and time management skills
• Communications skills to effectively work with teams, across departments, and outside vendors
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal & written instructions in English
• Ability to work in a microbiology and virology laboratory and comprehend microbiology and virology techniques and language
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time; bending, twisting, and performing fine motor manipulations required
• Ability to pass medical clearance/fit testing when required

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of serial dilutions and log calculations is highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1+ years of related work experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Work with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of process clarity with direct management
• Follow, SOPs and testing directions in an efficient and accurate manner
• Utilize laboratory skills such as aseptic technique in a biosafety cabinet, bacterial plating, sterility testing, and cell culture.
• Perform tasks in a sterile and/or aseptic environment as well as clean and maintain the aseptic environment
• Interpret and manipulate details of department needs to plan for efficient material and time usage
• Rapidly and accurately adjust to department needs in response to unplanned circumstances
• Complete the necessary documentation, ensuring accurate and complete information
• Follows good laboratory practices
• Promote safety in all areas of work, professional courtesy, and a positive work environment within the company
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree