Operations Technician

Job Description

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science.  Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology.  Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.

Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence.  Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.

 

The Operations Technician position is available at our Company's Animal Health facility in Worthington, Minnesota. The Worthington facility is expanding operations to manufacture vaccines for large and companion animals. Leveraging an experienced and innovative team environment, the key technologies at the site are biologics production using fermentation and cell culture platforms and filling and freeze-drying.

 

Responsibilities/Duties:

·        This job requires working in a cleanroom and wearing cleanroom garments.

·        The Position requires wearing scrubs when working in the production area.

·        Running steam sterilizers, filling lines, freeze dryers, environmental monitoring machines, crimping machines, and a dry heat oven.

·        Preparing and cleaning equipment

·        Cleaning and disinfecting clean rooms

·        Good communication, document, and computer skills are required.

·        You will work individually or with other people.

 

Education Requirements:

·        High school diploma or equivalent required.

·        Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, or related field preferred.

 

Experience and Skills:

 

·        Experience  working in a lab or manufacturing  of  Biologics or assembly line work highly preferred.

• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and procedures preferred.

 

 

Shift:

·        1st shift – various days depending on Production schedule. Will include weekend work.

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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Analytical Problem Solving, Aseptic Technique, Biological Manufacturing, Biological Sciences, Biomanufacturing, Biotechnology, Cell Cultures, Cleanroom Gowning, Communication, Computer Literacy, GMP Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Immunochemistry, Laboratory Processes, Machinery Operation, Mammalian Cell Culture, Manufacturing Quality Control, Mechanical Equipment Maintenance, Microbiology, Molecular Microbiology, Operations Management, Packaging Operations, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing {+ 4 more}

Preferred Skills:

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