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

Zoetis; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid vacation & holidays

401(k) with profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Zoetis Lincoln is seeking a Laboratory Technician - Virus Operations to join our 1st shift team in producing viral antigens and supporting GMP documentation. You will work in a hands-on manufacturing lab with mammalian cell culture practices and downstream processing equipment.

The role requires basic mechanical skills, cell culture knowledge, and a commitment to safety. Overtime during weekends/holidays may be required. Benefits start on day one.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform processes and operate equipment required for production of bulk viral antigen.
• Apply aseptic technique with good cell culture practices as it relates to viral and antibody production.
• Operate equipment involved in downstream processing of production bulk fluids (e.g., tangential flow filtration, hollow-fiber filtration, sterile filtration).
• 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.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Cell culture practices

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Metric system knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BS in Biological sciences

Job description

## Laboratory Technician - Virus Operations 1st Shift 7:15am - 3:45pmApply: Lincoln: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR00021773Zoetis 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 Bonus4 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 SummaryWork 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, weekend, and holidays may be required. Position ResponsibilitiesPerform 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 ExperienceHigh 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 RequiredBasic 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 RequirementsExposure 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.Full timeRegularColleague