Senior Technician, Quality Control

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 Senior Quality Control Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing advanced laboratory procedures independently for the testing of veterinary biologicals according to strict government and company-imposed guidelines. Technicians may work with a variety of technical equipment while completing Quality Testing. At all times technicians must follow Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to all safety and company policies, perform duties assigned by department management. A Senior QC Lab Tech must possess thorough knowledge of the underlying principles used in testing procedures and understand the material being evaluated, i.e. virus, bacteria, cell line, etc.

Primary Responsibilities, but are not limited to:

·         Demonstrates, at all times, safe work habits and maintains a safe work environment. 

·         Understands and complies with all safety and company policies and procedures.

·         Perform testing methods using various types of cell culture, substrates, and viruses, per Quality Control Procedures.

·         Write laboratory investigations as needed

·         Perform troubleshooting of test methods, with the ability to evaluate and implement new procedures.

·         Maintain and evaluate the sequential analysis of the testing standards used in the area of the assignment.

·         Performs data review

·         Clean work areas including floors, walls, tables, etc.

·         Equipment set-up and operations

·         Concurrent record keeping including charts, logbooks, and all pertinent documentation

·         Report all unusual, non-routing occurrences when performing tasks

·         Perform more advanced mathematical calculations, conversions and formulations

·         Responsible for waste accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous, universal and/or infectious wastes.

·         Participation in project teams and/or complete design of special projects.

·         Train others on methods and procedures

• Effectively interacts with co-workers and others as needed. Demonstrates teamwork within own group and other internal groups

Education Minimum Requirement:

·         Associate degree in a science and 3+ years of related lab experience OR

·         Bachelor’s degree in science discipline and 1+ year of related lab experience

Required Experience and Skills:

·         Experience with analytical instrumentation

·         Experience with microscopic analysis and microbiological assays.

·         Experience with wet chemistry methods

·         Proven analytical aptitude and critical thinking skills

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills

·         Good Documentation Practices

·         Pipetting

·         Weighing

·         Troubleshoot / Problem solving beyond method defined action

·         Good Communication

·         Familiar with good laboratory techniques

Preferred Experience and Skills:

·         In-depth working knowledge and application of GMPs/GLPs

·         Experience working with Cell Culture in biological operations or testing setting

·         Experience in use of root cause analysis tools

·         Experience using SAP

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 Instrumentation, Analytical Method Development, Analytical Method Transfer, Animal Husbandry, Bioburden Testing, Cell Cultures, Chemical Analysis, Cleaning Work Area, ELISA Te