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

Zoetis Spain SL; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid vacation & holidays

401(k) match with profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement and student loan

Benefits from day 1

Job summary

Zoetis is hiring for a Downstream Processing position in Lincoln, NE. The candidate will perform downstream processing of active biological ingredients, maintain a safe work environment, and learn filtration, concentration, centrifugation, and chromatography of bacterial antigens.

The role emphasizes adherence to SOPs, GMP training, and strong communication skills, with 2nd shift hours (2:00pm–10:30pm) and potential overtime. Prior high school diploma required; Windows PC skills expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school degree or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Windows-based PC applications.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment.
• Understand and comply with safety SOPs and MSDS guidelines.
• Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
• Learn and understand downstream processing techniques (centrifugation, concentration, sterile filtration, chromatography).
• Train in GMPs and demonstrate understanding and compliance.
• Read and report test results using scientific instruments.
• Operate, clean, and perform minor maintenance on equipment (fermentors, centrifuges, filtration units).
• Complete documentation including process worksheets and log sheets.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reliability

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math & conversions

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Centrifuges

Filtration units

Chromatography skids

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Company Overview

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

• $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.

Full time Regular Colleague

Equal Opportunity

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [e-mail] to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of “@zoetis.com”. In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded.

Company Culture

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award‑winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well‑being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.