Manufacturing Lab Technician 2nd Shift Tuesday - Saturday 2:00pm 10:30pm

divh2Manufacturing Associate/h2pStates considered: Illinois./ppZoetis is the worlds largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals./ppAt 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./ppBenefits Include:/pulli$500 Sign on Bonus/lili4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays./lili401(k) match with company profit sharing./liliTuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program./liliGreat Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1./li/ulpPosition Summary/ppWorking 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./ppHours: 2nd Shift, Tuesday - Saturday, 2:00pm 10:30pm. Overtime and holiday work may be required./ppPosition Responsibilities/pulliSet up and operation of fermentors, centrifuge, concentrators, and various filtration equipment./liliPerform routine in-process testing using various instruments such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, microscopes, and filter integrity testers./liliPerform media weigh and preparation processes to support fermentation process./liliPrepare and sterilize (autoclave) ancillary equipment and media components to support daily processes./liliClean, prep and steam sterilize portable tanks used in the production process./liliPerform routine cleaning and disinfection of manufacturing space and equipment per established procedures./liliComply with cGMP practices and documentation./liliPerform material handling with hand and powered moving equipment./liliPerform minor maintenance on fermentation and downstream processing equipment./liliInform Team Leader of shop floor issues, concerns, and possible solutions./liliDemonstrate good housekeeping practices./liliDemonstrate 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.)/liliWork with maintenance and engineering to improve equipment reliability and efficiency./liliDemonstrate the ability to perform mathematical calculations and metric conversions./liliLearn and assist in the completion of documentation including process worksheets and log sheets./liliDemonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality./liliPerform other duties as assigned by Team Leader/li/ulpEducation and Experience/pulliHigh school graduate or equivalent required./liliJob grade entry level commensurate to prior experience./li/ulpPreferred Qualifications:/ppFour years of college with a bachelors 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./ppTechnical Skills and Competencies Required/ppMinimum qualifications include:/pulliAbility to understand written and verbal directions./liliAbility to communicate effectively with peers and leadership./liliAbility to work effectively in a team environment./liliAbility to effectively use basic math applications (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)/liliAbility to document accurately and legibly using cGMP principles./li/ulpPreferred qualifications include:/pulliUndergraduate degree or courses in biological sciences/liliDemonstrated technical understanding of fermentor and downstream processing equipment./liliProficient in aseptic technique/liliPrior experience in a biological manufacturing setting/li/ulpPhysical Position Requirements/pulliExposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, biohazards, continuous standing and lifting to a maximum of 50 lbs./li/ulpOvertime and holiday work may be required./ppThe 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./ppIn 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./p/div