Tech, Operations

MSD • Elkhorn, NE

3d • $48,600 - $76,600 • Onsite

About The Position

The Upstream Processing Tech position is based at the company's Animal Health facility in Elkhorn, Nebraska, which is expanding operations to manufacture animal vaccines and biologics. The role supports Production teams using technologies for cell culture, filling, and packaging. It includes operating assigned processes and equipment in careful compliance with established operating procedures, maintaining product quality, and following a Safety First, Quality Always mindset.

The position performs sterile operations and prepares cell and viral cultures in large quantities. Work includes cleaning and sanitizing designated areas and equipment, troubleshooting equipment, completing inventory and SAP transactions, staging equipment and components, and maintaining area housekeeping and process documentation. Technicians work with others in small laboratory areas and must wear full aseptic gowning; some operations require a respirator. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, demonstrating integrity, precision, accomplishment, motivational ambition, respect, and inclusion.
• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• General knowledge of reading and mathematics, including U.S. customary and metric systems, and computer skills.
• Ability to communicate, cooperate, and train other employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree in a science-related field.
• One year of relevant manufacturing experience and a basic understanding of manufacturing procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Mathematical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of mechanics and ability to troubleshoot line equipment.
• Working knowledge of cGMP and inventory control concepts.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain product quality by following company and departmental standards and procedures.
• Perform sterile operations according to Standard Production Processes and Standard Operating Procedures, with concurrent, legible, and consistent documentation.
• Prepare large quantities of cell and viral cultures in flasks and roller bottles.
• Sanitize and sterilize designated areas and equipment, using cleaners and attending to detail.
• Troubleshoot and adjust equipment as required.
• Perform SAP goods-issue and goods-receipt transactions and cycle-count activities.
• Ensure assigned equipment and components are staged for operations.
• Provide leadership for Tier 1 processes and to area technicians; inform the area Lead and Manager as needed.
• Maintain documentation and conduct daily review and audit of area batch records and process documentation.
• Maintain the work area, including 5S housekeeping management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits and other insurance benefits for employees and families.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate days, and sick days.
• Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED