Virus Production Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Zoetis is the world's largest manufacturer and supplier of animal pharmaceuticals. At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high-quality medicines for companion animals and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of Nebraska's Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow.

• $500 sign-on bonus
• 4 weeks of 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

The successful candidate will operate within a manufacturing laboratory environment, specializing in mammalian cell culture practices and techniques. Key responsibilities include:

• Laboratory Operations: Execute and optimize mammalian cell culture protocols to ensure high-quality production outcomes.
• Compliance and Documentation: Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) by meticulously understanding, following, and completing all required process documentation.
• Safety and Quality Assurance: Implement and uphold stringent safety policies related to biological and chemical materials and equipment, ensuring the protection of personnel and the maintenance of product integrity.
• Hours: 1st Shift, 7:15 AM - 3:45 PM. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key tasks within a manufacturing laboratory setting:

• Production Operations: Execute processes and operate equipment essential for the production of bulk viral antigens.
• Cell Culture Practices: Apply advanced cell culture techniques pertinent to viral and antibody production.
• Downstream Processing: Operate and manage equipment for downstream processing of production bulk fluids, including tangential flow filtration, hollow-fiber filtration, and sterile filtration.
• Equipment Maintenance: Utilize expertise in bioreactors, fermentors, and support equipment to identify and resolve mechanical issues, ensuring optimal equipment performance.
• Compliance and Documentation: Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) by accurately understanding, following, and completing all necessary process documentation.
• Safety and Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain rigorous safety policies related to biological and chemical materials and equipment, safeguarding personnel and ensuring product quality.
• The job level will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

• Educational Background: High school diploma or equivalent required. A Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biological Sciences or additional coursework in biological sciences is preferred.
• Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience in biological production and/or aseptic manufacturing.

• Mechanical and Troubleshooting Skills: Basic proficiency in mechanical operations and troubleshooting.
• Cell Culture Expertise: Familiarity with mammalian cell culture practices and techniques is desirable.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Technical Proficiency: Competent computer skills and a working knowledge of the metric system.

• Exposure: Potential exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, and biohazards.
• Physical Demands: Continuous standing and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

You should be proficient in:

• Cell Culture
• Aseptic Technique
• Biochemistry
• Biological Sciences
• Biology
• Biology Lab
• Biomedical Science
• Biotechnology
• Buffer Preparation
• Cell Biology
• Centrifugation
• Chemistry
• Chemistry Lab
• ELISA
• Fermentation
• Gel Electrophoresis
• HPLC
• Laboratory Equipment
• Laboratory Safety
• Laboratory Science
• Life Sciences
• Media Preparation
• Microbiology
• Microbiology Lab
• Microscopy
• Molecular Biology
• PCR
• Pipetting
• Quality Control
• Sample Preparation
• Solution Preparation
• SOPs
• Spectrophotometry
• Sterile Technique
• Wet Lab
• Documentation

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Bioreactor (Thermo Fisher Scientific)
• Fermenter (Thermo Fisher Scientific)
• ERP Software
• FPLC
• HPLC
• SAP
• Single Use Bioreactor
• SUB
• Unicorn Software
• Veeva Vault