Manufacturing Laboratory Technician - mAbs 1st Shift 8-hours (Monday - Fridayand Rotating Weekends) 7:15am - 3:45pm

Zoetis, Inc; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 Sign on Bonus

4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13-…

401(k) match with company profit…

Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan

Great Health, personal, and family…

Job summary

Zoetis, Inc. in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for the mAbs department. You will perform upstream and downstream GMP manufacturing, operating bioreactors, and ensuring quality through documentation.

Hours: 1st Shift, 7:15am - 3:45pm, Monday–Friday with rotating weekends; overtime may be required. Bachelor’s degree preferred; strong attention to detail and teamwork required.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent is required. Bachelor's or master's degree preferred.
• BS in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Previous experience in large-scale production or laboratory scale.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform upstream and downstream manufacturing operations for monoclonal antibody (mAb) production campaigns.
• Operate bioreactors and associated automation equipment; monitor processes.
• Execute CIP and SIP procedures in accordance with SOPs and batch records.
• Maintain accurate GMP-compliant process documentation and records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Excellent communication

Critical thinking

Reading directions

Basic math/calculations

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

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 companion animals and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of 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

The Manufacturing Technician in the mAbs Department works in a GMP manufacturing laboratory environment for monoclonal antibody (mAb) production, executing both upstream and downstream operations. The role performs hands‑on work using aseptic technique and GMP practices while following approved SOPs and batch records. Upstream responsibilities include aseptic technique, inoculation and seed train support, mammalian cell culture maintenance, feeding and sampling, monitoring, and documenting critical process parameters, and operating culture equipment (e.g., bioreactors and associated systems) as required. Downstream responsibilities include harvest activities and purification operations such as centrifugation, chromatography, ultrafiltration, and nanofiltration, along with equipment setup, cleaning, and changeovers. The technician ensures compliance and product quality through accurate, timely documentation, adherence to safety protocols for biological materials, chemicals, and equipment.

Hours: 1st Shift, 7:15am - 3:45pm (8-hours) Monday - Friday and rotating weekends. Overtime and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform processes and operate equipment required for large-scale monoclonal antibody (mAb) production campaigns.
• Employee Responsibilities:
  • Support large-scale GMP biologics production campaigns by performing upstream and downstream manufacturing operations, including:
    • Aseptic inoculation, expansion, and cultivation of mammalian cell cultures across multiple scales (e.g., seed train through production)
    • Operation and monitoring of bioreactors, isolator gloveboxes, and associated automated manufacturing equipment.
    • Execution of equipment cleaning-in-place (CIP) and steam-in-place (SIP) procedures in accordance with SOPs and batch records
    • Perform chromatography, ultrafiltration (UF), and nanofiltration (NF), as required by the process.
    • Inventory management for materials and consumables (receipt, staging, reconciliation), and sampling in support of in-process testing and release requirements.
  • Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot issues as needed
  • Accurately complete and maintain process documentation in compliance with GMP standards to ensure product quality
  • Adhere to all safety policies and procedures related to biological and chemical handling, as well as equipment use
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and other departments to support production goals

Education and Experience

High school degree or equivalent is required. Bachelor's or master's degree preferred.

The ideal candidate would possess:

• BS in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field
• Previous experience in large-scale production or laboratory scale
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize work, think critically, and take initiative.
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as work independently with minimal supervision when needed.

Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience in biological production, aseptic manufacturing, or in a regulated environment.

Technical Skills and Competencies Required

Functional skills:

• Ability to read and follow written directions.
• Ability to complete basic calculations.
• Ability to think critically.

Technical skills:

• Basic mechanical skills
• Ability to troubleshoot.
• Knowledge of the metric system

Desirable skills:

• Mammalian cell culture practices and techniques
• Fundamental understanding of bioreactors/fermenters or downstream purification techniques
• Basic understanding of biological and chemical principles
• Experience with Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience within a regulated environment.

Physical Position Requirements

Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, biohazards, continuous standing and lifting to a maximum of 50 lbs

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 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.