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 when schedule demands. #MSJR The salary range for this role is: -$44,700 - $70,500 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. 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 Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Animal Welfare, Aseptic Technique, Assembly Line Design, Biological Manufacturing, Business Operations, Cell Cultures, Cleanroom Gowning, Clean Room Suits, Computer Literacy, Crimping Tools, GMP Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Laboratory Processes, Machinery Operation, Mammalian Cell Culture, Manufacturing Quality Control, Microbiological Cultures, Microbiology, Molecular Microbiology, Packaging Operations, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Primary Cell Culture, Production Scheduling {+ 2 more} US and Puerto Rico Residents Only Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.--As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.- For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts San Francisco Residents Only We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Employee Status Regular Relocation No relocation VISA Sponsorship No Travel Requirements No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements Not Applicable Shift 1st - Day Valid Driving License No Hazardous Material(s) N/A #J-18808-Ljbffr