Laboratory Technician - Downstream Processing 2nd Shift Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Zoetis Spain SL; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits from day 1

Job summary

Zoetis Lincoln, NE is seeking a Downstream Processing Technician to perform tasks in the downstream processing of active biological ingredients. The role requires learning filtration, centrifugation, and chromatography of bacterial antigens while complying with SOPs and GMPs.

The position follows a 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 2:00pm–10:30pm) with possible overtime, weekends, and holidays. Strong communication and mechanical skills are essential to operate and maintain equipment and to document test

Qualifications

• Minimum High school degree or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of PC using window-based applications.
• Grade level will depend on experience and education level.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment.
• Learn downstream processing techniques such as centrifugation, concentration, sterile filtration, purification through chromatography and dispensing of bacterial antigens.
• Train in GMPs and demonstrate understanding and compliance.
• Operate, clean, and perform minor maintenance on equipment such as fermentors, seed isolators, centrifuges, filtration units.
• Assist with reading and reporting test results using scientific instruments.

Skills

Downstream processing

Centrifugation

Filtration

Chromatography

GMP knowledge

SOP understanding

Communication skills

Mathematical calculations

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Centrifuges

Filtration units

Chromatography skids

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 dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the 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. Benefits Include: $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. Great Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1. Position Summary Candidate will perform all tasks in regard to the Downstream Processing of active biological ingredients produced in Lincoln Nebraska. Candidate will be required to maintain a safe work environment as well demonstrate reliability in attendance. Will learn and understand filtration, concentration, centrifugation, and chromatography of bacterial antigens. Colleague will comply with Standard Operating Procedures and all regulatory documents. Demonstrate good communication skills using verbal, non-verbal and written skills. Utilize mechanical skills to maintain equipment and identify mechanical problems. Hours: 2nd Shift, Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:30pm. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required. Position Responsibilities · Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment. Understand and comply with safety SOPs and procedures (Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) guidelines, Near Miss, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), biohazard training, Monthly Safety training, etc.) · Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality. · Learn and understand downstream processing techniques such as centrifugation, concentration, sterile filtration, purification through chromatography and dispensing of bacterial antigens. · Learn and comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and associated documentation necessary to perform job functions. · Train in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), then demonstrate understanding and compliance. · Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills within and outside the department using verbal, written, and non-verbal skills. · Demonstrate the ability to perform mathematical calculations and metric conversions. · Learn and assist in the completion of documentation including process worksheets and log sheets. · Learn to operate, clean, and perform minor maintenance on equipment such as fermentors, seed isolators, centrifuges, filtration units. · Assist with reading and reporting test results using scientific instruments. · Use mechanical skills to identify mechanical problems and maintain equipment. · Clean areas, as applicable, according to specific SOPs · Obtain license and operate mobile powered material handling equipment (i.e., forklift, tank tugs, etc.) · Perform supplemental duties as assigned by supervision. Education and Experience Minimum High school degree or equivalent required. Knowledge of PC using window-based applications. Grade level of position will depend on the experience and education level of successful candidate. Technical Skills and Competencies Required · Learn and understand downstream processing techniques such as centrifugation, concentration, sterile filtration, purification through chromatography and dispensing of bacterial antigens. · Learn to operate, clean, and perform minor maintenance on equipment such as chromatography skids, centrifuges, and filtration units. · Use mechanical skills to identify mechanical problems and maintain equipment. · Assist with reading and reporting test results using scientific instruments. · Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality. · Learn and comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and associated documentation necessary to perform job functions. · Learn and assist in the completion of documentation including process worksheets, timecards, and log sheets. · Train in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), then demonstrate understanding and compliance. · Clean areas, as applicable, according to specific SOPs · Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment. Understand and comply with safety SOPs and procedures (Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) guidelines, Near Miss, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), biohazard training, Monthly Safety training, etc.) · Demonstrate the ability to perform mathematical calculations and metric conversions. · Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills within and outside the department using verbal, written, and non-verbal skills. · Obtain license and operate mobile powered material handling equipment (i.e., forklift, tank tugs, etc.) · Perform supplemental duties as assigned by supervision. Physical Position Requirements Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, biohazards, continuous standing, climbing stairs and lifting to a maximum of 50 lbs. Weekend and holiday work may be required.