Laboratory Technician - Virus Operations 1st Shift 7:15am - 3:45pm

Zoetis, Inc; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid vacation & holidays

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement and student loan

Health benefits starting day 1

Job summary

Zoetis, in Lincoln, NE, produces mammalian cell culture products for dogs, cats, and livestock. The plant emphasizes a clean, safe, and modern manufacturing environment with a strong community presence. You will work in a team-oriented laboratory setting under GMP guidelines.

Hours are 1st shift from 7:15am to 3:45pm; overtime, weekends and holidays may be required. The role involves production of bulk viral antigen and requires attention to safety, documentation, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Mammalian cell culture practices and techniques are desirable.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills and working knowledge of the metric system.
• Fundamental understanding of cell growth and general lab practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform processes and operate equipment required for production of bulk viral antigen.
• Apply aseptic technique with good cell culture practices for viral and antibody production.
• Operate equipment involved in downstream processing of production bulk fluids and monitor safety policies.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Cell culture practices

Communication skills

Computer skills

Metric system knowledge

Lab practices understanding

Education

High school degree or equivalent

BS in Biological sciences preferred

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

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

Work in a team-oriented manufacturing laboratory setting using mammalian cell culture practices and techniques. Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP. Understand and follow safety policies as it relates to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality.

Hours: 1st Shift, 7:15am - 3:45pm. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform processes and operate equipment required for production of bulk viral antigen.
• Understand and apply aseptic technique with good cell culture practices as it relates to viral and antibody production within a roller bottle lab. Operate equipment involved in downstream processing of production bulk fluids (e.g., tangential flow filtration, hollow-fiber filtration, sterile filtration, etc.). Using knowledge of bioreactors/fermentors and support equipment, apply skills to identify mechanical problems and maintain equipment. Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP. Understand and follow safety policies as it relates to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality.
• Level of the job will be determined by the successful candidate.

Education and Experience

High school degree or equivalent required. BS in Biological sciences preferred. Preference given to applicants with relevant experience in biological production and/or aseptic manufacturing.

Technical Skills and Competencies Required

Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills. Mammalian cell culture practices and techniques are desirable. Good communication and interpersonal skills, computer skills and working knowledge of metric system. Fundamental understanding of cell growth and general lab practices is desirable.

Physical Position Requirements

Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, biohazards, continuous standing and lifting to a maximum of 50 lbs. Changes in shift start times by 1-2 hours production dependent. Weekend and Holiday work are scheduled. Secondary Gowning is a requirement for work in the aseptic laboratories.

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. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.