Quality Control Tech 1

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a globally active organization dedicated to animal health and nutrition, manufacturing and marketing medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. Position Overview Quality Control Tech 1 executes critical microbiological quality control testing within a USDA‑licensed autogenous vaccine facility, performing quality assurance review, documentation and disposition activities for biologics. The role partners with Production, Commercial Operations, Shipping/Receiving, and Diagnostics to ensure compliant, timely release or appropriate nonconformance handling of autogenous and licensed products. Hourly rate range: $22.00 - $25.00 Key Responsibilities Perform microbiological purity testing (initial and retest) per standard operating procedures, aseptic technique, and media controls; initiate and update non‑conformance reports, coordinate retests, and communicate contaminant identification outcomes. Environmental monitoring: schedule/execute air plates by room, manage staggered testing across days, and annotate monitoring details on applicable forms. Media traceability & documentation: track media types/lots and associated purity tech/subculture tech records; maintain investigation files in Quality Control internal. Key Competencies Collaborative Communicating Effectively Delivering High Quality Work Demonstrating Initiative Following Policies and Procedures Managing Time Prioritizing and Organizing Work Skills Able to develop and maintain detailed records. Extremely high level of attention to detail and high standard of quality. Must be accurate, detail-oriented and thorough. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. High degree of time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and projects at once. Must be proficient using Email, phones, cell phones, and office equipment. Education & Experience Education: Bachelors in microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, or related field; or Associate’s with 1–3 years of relevant lab/Quality Assurance experience. Experience: 1–3+ years in Quality Control microbiology or Quality Assurance in biologics/pharma, vaccines, or regulated manufacturing. Demonstrated experience with non‑conformance reports, deviations, and retest workflows, familiarity with certificate of analysis issuance, product disposition, and testing procedures. Technical Skills: Aseptic technique; environmental monitoring; purity testing and subculture; data review and documentation control. Experience with ERP and QMS platforms. Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, root cause analysis, critical thinking and problem solving, clear written/verbal communication, and cross‑functional collaboration under time constraints. Preferred / Helpful Familiarity with USDA CVB processes and regulatory requirements applicable to autogenous vaccine production. Familiarity with corrective and preventative action, and effectiveness check processes. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Laboratory environment with required personal protective equipment; extended periods of standing and bench work; occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs; ability to work across controlled areas and coolers/incubators. Occasional off‑shift or weekend support to meet testing windows, monitoring schedules, or disposition timelines. Physical Requirements Required to lift or carry 21 to 50 lbs Required to bend constantly Required to stand constantly Required to talk or hear constantly Specific vision abilities include ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision Benefits To learn more about Phibro Animal Health's competitive benefits package, please click here: Phibro Benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law. Location: US - Omaha, NE - Vaccines Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (Standard Work hours). #J-18808-Ljbffr Phibro Animal Health