Laboratory Technician Manufacturing Virus Pro

Cambridgetechnologies; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Technologies in Sioux Center, IA is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to assist in the production of viral vaccines in our Worthington, MN lab facilities. You will support aseptic procedures, follow SOPs, and maintain accurate records while preparing and sterilizing lab glassware and equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and strong teamwork and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Aseptic technique and clean room experience preferred but not required.
• Able to follow SOPs accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend information, and convey it to colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist aseptic procedures including media preparation, inoculation and harvest.
• Follow SOPs in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Maintain concurrent records and documentation.
• Prepare, clean, and sterilize glassware and equipment.
• Communicate results to supervisor.
• Promote safe lab practices in all areas of work.
• Comply with USDA regulatory guidelines.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Time management

Literacy

Math skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Laboratory Technician Manufacturing Virus Pro

FT-Hourly Full-Time Technical, Sioux Center, IA, US

Salary Range: $21.00 To $23.00 Annually

Cambridge Technologies

SUMMARY

Lab Technician I will assist in the production of viral vaccines and related work in our Worthington, MN lab facilities.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Supervises: Has no supervisory responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with performing aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest (including adherent cells, suspension cells and primary cells harvested from chicken embryos), filling vaccines, etc.
• Has the ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Concurrent record keeping related to all pertinent documentation.
• Prepare, clean, and sterilize glassware and equipment for use.
• Successfully and accurately communicate results to supervisor.
• Able to demonstrate and promote safe lab practices in all areas of work.
• Acts within the guidelines established by the company policy.
• Must understand and work with regulatory guidelines established by the USDA.
• All other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Fast-paced work environment. Team-centric lab. Able to lift up to 50lbs on occasion. Noise level in production lab is typically moderate.

EDUCATION

High School diploma or GED. Aseptic technique and clean room experience preferred but not required.

IMPORTANT QUALITIES

• Able to communicate effectively and promote a team environment.
• Recognize problems and assess solutions.
• Able to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend information and to effectively convey information to colleagues at various levels.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.