Aseptic Technician I at Zoetis

Charles City, Iowa, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Biotechnology, PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

High school education or GED required
Post High School education in the Sciences or other related disciplines preferred
Good mathematical, science and computer skills preferred
Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills required
Strong communication skills required
Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time
Must be able to wear a respirator
Must be able to reach above shoulder level, bend/stoop, push/pull, and handle/grip frequently
Must be able to work scheduled 40 hours with the ability to work overtime as needed
Must be comfortable working in varying temperatures
Frequent lifting and carrying of 5 to 25 lbs
Regular reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting
Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Responsibilities

Execute department specific tasks in accordance with all applicable cGMPs and compliant with Corporate/site procedures, regulations, and policies
Grow Bacteria following Manufacturing Directions from start to harvest, including starting and passing seed in clean rooms to growing seed vessels and production vessels along with inactivation of the Bacteria
Perform downstream processing which may include concentrations, homogenization, and centrifugation, involving stationary and portable equipment and steam
Execute aseptic techniques and clean room procedures or support area procedures in a GMP facility
Maintain and edit, as appropriate, departmental cGMP documentation
Execute and lead operation to comply with all written procedures, including Batch Records and SOPs
Follow and comply with all financial procedures
Follow and comply with all site safety procedures and identify ways to improve the safety culture of the department
Operate departmental equipment including set up and take down, and provide oversight as necessary
Effectively work in a team environment and communicate with multiple departments
Follow good GMP practices
Perform clean room gowning
Perform aseptic processing skills while working in a clean room setting
Perform preventive maintenance of seed and production vessels
Maintain accurate inventory
Follow Manufacturing Directions
Mentor/train colleagues as needed
Provide department oversight as requested including shift change, schedule changes etc

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

cGMPaseptic techniquesclean room proceduresfermentationbacteria cultivationdownstream processinghomogenizationcentrifugationGMP documentationbatch recordsSOPsequipment operationpreventive maintenanceinventory management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the working hours for this Aseptic Technician I position?

This is a 2nd shift role with hours from Monday to Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, including rotating every other weekend as needed.

What education is required for the Aseptic Technician I role?

A high school education or GED is required, with post-high school education in the sciences or related disciplines preferred.

What skills are essential for this position?

Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills, strong communication skills, and good mathematical, science, and computer skills are preferred.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What physical requirements are there for the Aseptic Technician I job?

Candidates must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods, wear a respirator, lift 5 to 25 lbs frequently, and work in varying temperatures with repetitive motions.