Manufacturing Technician - Mycoplasma

Job Description

Job Description

Manufacturing Technician - Mycoplasma

Vaxxinova US is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our Mycoplasma team in Worthington, MN.

About the Manufacturing Technician role:  The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for assisting and supporting the process, to ensure site wide compliance in production, testing, and distribution of veterinary biologic products, within the guidelines set by regulatory agencies. This position will work in an aseptic, mycoplasma production laboratory within manufacturing.

At Vaxxinova US, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference. We offer competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for growth, and a supportive work culture.

Shift: Monday to Thursday 7:00am to 4:30pm (9 hours), Friday 7:00-11:00am (4 hours)

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Grow various mycoplasma isolates for the use in animal vaccines while maintaining sterile laboratory techniques 
• Work within regulatory guidelines established by the USDA
• Follow SOPS in an efficient and accurate manner 
• Aseptically assist in antigen production or serial processing to ensure on-time delivery 
• Clean and maintain the aseptic environment; maintain cleanliness of facilities
• Assist with necessary documentation, ensuring accurate and complete information 
• Maintain inventory of laboratory consumables
• Assist in investigation of laboratory error to identify root cause and prevent repeated errors 
• Assist other departments as requested and complete other duties as assigned
• Promote safety in all areas of work, professional courtesy, and a positive work environment within the company

Qualifications and Capabilities: 

• Experience working in a regulated environment including the USDA/CVB, C-CVB, VICH, OSHA, Federal, State, and Local Agencies is preferred.
• Some experience with basic science and/or microbiology techniques is preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of compliance to quality standards
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strengths in organization, time management, problem solving, and attention to detail 
• Ability to lift 50 pounds on occasion; bend, twist, and stand for long periods of time; perform fine motor manipulations 
• Knowledge in mathematics and the metric system  

Experience/Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required and at least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Or A.S. degree or higher and at least 2 years of relevant work experience.

Benefits at Vaxxinova:

We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution 
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off accrual
• Holiday pay
• Company Shutdown December 25 to December 31
• Short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance

About Vaxxinova

Vaxxinova provides a wide range of both autogenous and licensed vaccines combined with high-level diagnostic services, supported by strong R&D. Our focus is on livestock including cattle, poultry, swine and aqua. Vaxxinova US, formerly known as Epitopix and Newport Laboratories, is the US operating unit of Vaxxinova International, headquartered in the Netherlands. Vaxxinova US has a strong market presence making autogenous vaccines for cattle, swine, and poultry as well as a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory. Vaxxinova currently has facilities in fourteen countries including Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Italy, Germany, Japan, Jordan, Norway, South Africa, Thailand, the USA, and the Netherlands. Vaxxinova is part of the family-owned EW Group, headquartered in Germany. The EW Group specializes in animal genetics, animal nutrition and animal health, operates in over 100 countries and records consistent international growth.

Recruiting Agencies

Vaxxinova US does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to job postings on social media or Vaxxinova US websites. Vaxxinova US will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited CVs. Vaxxinova US explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Vaxxinova US. Phone calls or emails from recruiters or employment agencies are not appreciated.