Laboratory Technician

States considered: Illinois. Zoetis is the world's largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals. At Zoetis, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Looking for your chance to work for the #1 Animal Health company in the world? Zoetis is looking for the next amazing colleague to join the family. Benefits Include: $500 Sign on Bonus 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays. 401(k) match with company profit sharing. Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program. Great Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1. Position Summary Working under moderate to minimal supervision, perform manufacturing procedures for the production of bacterial antigens in accordance with Process Worksheets, Standard Operating Procedures and USDA and Zoetis policies and guidelines. Maintain proper documentation and records in accordance with cGMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) principles. Maintain a safe work environment as well demonstrate reliability in attendance. Demonstrate good communication skills using verbal, non-verbal and written skills. Utilize mechanical skills to maintain equipment and identify mechanical problems. Hours: 2nd Shift, Sunday - Thursday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm. Overtime and holiday work may be required. Position Responsibilities Set up and operation of fermentors, centrifuge, concentrators, and various filtration equipment. Perform routine in-process testing using various instruments such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, microscopes, and filter integrity testers. Perform media weigh and preparation processes to support fermentation process. Prepare and sterilize (autoclave) ancillary equipment and media components to support daily processes. Clean, prep and steam sterilize portable tanks used in the production process. Perform routine cleaning and disinfection of manufacturing space and equipment per established procedures. Comply with cGMP practices and documentation. Perform material handling with hand and powered moving equipment. Perform minor maintenance on fermentation and downstream processing equipment. Inform Team Leader of shop floor issues, concerns, and possible solutions. Demonstrate good housekeeping practices. Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment. Understand and comply with safety SOPs and procedures (Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) guidelines, Near Miss, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), biohazard training, Monthly Safety training, etc.) Work with maintenance and engineering to improve equipment reliability and efficiency. Demonstrate the ability to perform mathematical calculations and metric conversions. Learn and assist in the completion of documentation including process worksheets and log sheets. Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality. Perform other duties as assigned by Team Leader Education and Experience High school graduate or equivalent required. Job grade entry level commensurate to prior experience. Preferred Qualifications: Four years of college with a bachelor's degree in science, or Business Administration, or four years of supervisory experience. Minimum of 4 yrs. experience in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of PC using window-based applications. Technical Skills and Competencies Required Minimum qualifications include: Ability to understand written and verbal directions. Ability to communicate effectively with peers and leadership. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to effectively use basic math applications (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) Ability to document accurately and legibly using cGMP principles. Preferred qualifications include: Undergraduate degree or courses in biological sciences Demonstrated technical understanding of fermentor and downstream processing equipment. Proficient in aseptic technique Prior experience in a biological manufacturing setting Physical Position Requirements Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, biohazards, continuous standing and lifting to a maximum of 50 lbs. Overtime and holiday work may be required. The US base wage range for this full-time position is $19.92 /hour - $28.64 /hour. Our wage ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation. Visit zoetisbenefits.com to learn more. About Zoetis At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources. Notice: Zoetis Recruiters will contact candidates via email from an address ending in @zoetis.com and may also initially connect with candidates through LinkedIn , including LinkedIn InMail. Zoetis does not use Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, or other web-based/generic email domains to communicate about job opportunities, interviews, or offers of employment. If you receive a recruitment-related email message claiming to be from Zoetis that does not come from @zoetis.com , please treat it as suspicious. For your security, do not reply, click links, open attachments, share personal or financial information, or send money in response to unexpected or questionable recruitment communications. Global Job Applicant Privacy Notice #J-18808-Ljbffr Zoetis