Manufacturing Lab Technician 3rd Shift Sunday – Thursday 10:00pm – 6:30am at Zoetis

Whitehall, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Animal Health, Pharmaceuticals, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Ability to comprehend written and verbal directions
Ability to communicate effectively with peers and leadership
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to effectively use basic math applications (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Ability to document accurately and legibly using cGMP principles
Ability to perform mathematical calculations and metric conversions
Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality
Physical ability to handle exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations
Preferred: Four years of college with a bachelor’s degree in science or Business Administration, or four years of supervisory experience
Preferred: Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment
Preferred: Knowledge of PC using Windows-based applications
Preferred: Undergraduate degree or courses in biological sciences
Preferred: Demonstrated technical understanding of fermentor and downstream processing equipment
Preferred: Proficient in aseptic technique
Preferred: Prior experience in a biological manufacturing setting

Responsibilities

Set up and operate fermentors, centrifuge, concentrators, and various filtration equipment
Perform routine in-process testing using instruments such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, microscopes, and filter integrity testers
Perform media weigh and preparation processes to support fermentation process
Prepare and sterilize (autoclave) ancillary equipment and media components to support daily processes
Clean, prep, and steam sterilize portable tanks used in the production process
Perform routine cleaning and disinfection of manufacturing space and equipment per established procedures
Comply with cGMP practices and documentation
Perform material handling with hand and powered moving equipment
Perform minor maintenance on fermentation and downstream processing equipment
Inform Team Leader of shop floor issues, concerns, and possible solutions
Demonstrate good housekeeping practices
Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment; understand and comply with safety SOPs and procedures (MSDS guidelines, Near Miss, PPE, biohazard training, Monthly Safety training, etc.)
Work with maintenance and engineering to improve equipment reliability and efficiency
Learn and assist in the completion of documentation including process worksheets and log sheets
Perform other duties as assigned by Team Leader
Perform manufacturing procedures for the production of bacterial antigens in accordance with Process Worksheets, Standard Operating Procedures, USDA and Zoetis policies and guidelines
Maintain proper documentation and records in accordance with cGMP principles
Utilize mechanical skills to maintain equipment and identify mechanical problems
Demonstrate good communication skills using verbal, non-verbal, and written skills

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

cGMPfermentorscentrifugeconcentratorsfiltration equipmentpH metersspectrophotometersmicroscopesfilter integrity testersautoclavemedia preparationsterilizationmaterial handling

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include a $500 sign-on bonus, 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays, 401(k) match with company profit sharing, tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment program, and great health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1.

What are the working hours and shift for this role?

The position is 3rd shift, Sunday through Thursday from 10:00pm to 6:30am, with overtime, weekends, and holidays possibly required.

What skills and experience are required for this Manufacturing Lab Technician role?

A high school graduate or equivalent is required. Key skills include performing manufacturing procedures under moderate supervision, mechanical skills for equipment maintenance, good communication skills, mathematical calculations and metric conversions, and routine in-process testing with instruments like pH meters and spectrophotometers.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Manufacturing Lab Technician position?

Strong candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, reliability in attendance and punctuality, mechanical aptitude, good communication skills, and the ability to work under moderate supervision while maintaining cGMP documentation and safe work practices.