Bacterins Technician

Actalent; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

Transportation benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Fort Dodge, IA seeks a Bacterins Technician for aseptic production and bioprocessing support on a first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

You will handle weighing, sampling, and verifications per batch records, operate within cGMP and safety standards, and contribute to continuous improvement in fermentation and production systems. The role emphasizes documentation, equipment readiness, and working with large-scale bioprocess equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology or related field preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or production setting preferred.
• Bioprocessing, fermentation, and biological organisms experience preferred.
• Familiarity with sterile processing and aseptic manufacturing environments.
• Experience with large-scale fermentation systems, vessels and related production equipment.
• Strong documentation to support quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic processing duties: weighing, measuring, sampling, and verifications per batch production records.
• Operate within cGMP and safety standards during production activities.
• Apply knowledge of fermentation, centrifuges, and bioprocessing to support operations.
• Maintain and release equipment, instruments, and materials for use.
• Use inventory system for material and equipment tracking.
• Oversee production processes, cleaning, environmental monitoring, and SOP updates.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and document results.
• Follow safety rules and wear protective equipment at all times.
• Read and interpret batch records and safety/docs to ensure accurate execution.
• Contribute ideas for process and workplace improvements.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Documentation

cGMP knowledge

Bioprocessing basics

Education

Biotech degree

Tools

Fermentation systems

Centrifuges

Job description

Job Title: Bacterins Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform duties associated with aseptic processes, including weighing, measuring, counting, calculations, sampling, and verifications required for biological production processes in accordance with batch production records (BPR).

• Operate within cGMP standards, all current safety standards, and site procedures while executing production activities.

• Apply basic knowledge of fermentation, centrifuges, concentration units, and biological organisms to support production operations.

• Understand and perform basic operation of production equipment and ensure all equipment, instruments, and production materials are properly released and available for use.

• Look up information and perform transactions within the electronic inventory management system to support material and equipment tracking.

• Oversee production processes, including cleaning activities and environmental monitoring, and ensure personnel follow established procedures.

• Perform in-process batch quality checks in accordance with written procedures and document results accurately.

• Follow all safety rules, wear appropriate safety equipment, and maintain proper safety practices at all times.

• Use basic computer skills to create and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and write deviation reports as needed.

• Complete all required training, including general company procedures, area procedures, equipment operation, computer operation, safety, GMP, and other assigned topics.

• Read and interpret batch records, quality documentation, and safety documentation to ensure accurate execution of processes.

• Apply aseptic techniques and maintain accurate documentation to support quality and regulatory compliance.

• Contribute to continuous improvement by generating or collecting new ideas about workplace practices and production processes.

• Support sterile processing and bioprocessing activities related to manufacturing of products involving biological organisms.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Bachelors degree in Biotechnology or a related scientific field is preferred.

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production setting is preferred.

• Experience in bioprocessing, fermentation, and manufacturing involving biological organisms.

• Familiarity with sterile processing and aseptic manufacturing environments.

• Experience working with large-scale fermentation systems, vessels, centrifuges, and related production systems.

• Ability to contribute ideas for process and workplace improvements.

• Strong documentation skills to support quality and compliance requirements.

Work Environment

This is a first-shift role with hours from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The position is primarily based on the production floor rather than in a laboratory, with only minimal time spent in lab-related areas. The Bioprocess Technician oversees production batches and their quality while working with fermentation systems, vessels, centrifuges, and other large-scale production equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Dodge, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Dodge, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Dodge,IA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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