Manufacturing Lab Technician Swing Shift 10:00am – 6:30pm at Zoetis

Whitehall, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 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
Demonstrate good communication skills using verbal, non-verbal, and written skills
Utilize mechanical skills to maintain equipment and identify mechanical problems
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
Physical ability to handle exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise

Responsibilities

Set up and operation of fermentors, centrifuge, concentrators, and various filtration equipment
Perform Downstream Processes as required
Perform routine in-process testing using various instruments such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, microscopes, and filter integrity testers
Perform media weigh and preparation processes to support fermentation process
Clean, 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

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

cGMPFermentorsCentrifugeConcentratorsFiltration EquipmentpH MetersSpectrophotometersMicroscopesFilter Integrity TestersAutoclaveMedia PreparationDownstream Processing

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 details?

This is a swing shift position from 10:00am to 6:30pm, with overtime, weekends, and holidays possibly required.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

A high school graduate or equivalent is required. Key skills include mechanical skills to maintain equipment, good communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, written), ability to perform mathematical calculations and metric conversions, and hands-on experience with fermentors, centrifuges, filtration equipment, and routine testing instruments.

What is the company culture like at Zoetis?

Zoetis emphasizes joining the 'family,' maintaining a safe work environment, demonstrating reliability in attendance, good housekeeping practices, safe work habits, and teamwork by informing the Team Leader of issues and working with maintenance and engineering.

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

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 following cGMP practices and safety procedures.