Manufacturing Technician - Vaccine Production | 1st Shift

Zoetis; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis in Charles City, Iowa seeks a Manufacturing Technician to support biologics production in a regulated cleanroom environment. You will contribute to producing products that protect animal health worldwide, working closely with teams across manufacturing and quality to meet daily goals.

The role emphasizes aseptic processing, adherence to cGMP, and precise documentation. A collaborative, safety-focused environment is central to this team, with opportunities for continuous learning and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience or ability to operate in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong attention to detail and procedure adherence.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic processing while following cleanroom procedures and contamination control.
• Execute tasks per cGMPs, batch records, and SOPs.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and tear down production equipment.
• Complete cGMP documentation and maintain records.
• Maintain inventory of materials needed for production.
• Follow site safety, quality, and financial procedures.
• Collaborate with team and cross-functional partners to meet daily goals.
• Wear PPE as required in cleanroom environments.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and other duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Manufacturing environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Charles City, Iowa

Department: Tissue Culture Origin (TCO)

Schedule: Tuesday - Friday | 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Join a Team That Helps Protect Animal Health Worldwide

Zoetis is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support biologics manufacturing at our Charles City facility. In this role, you will work in a regulated cleanroom environment producing products that help protect the health of animals around the world. Candidates from manufacturing, food production, laboratory operations, medical device manufacturing, biotechnology, agriculture, and other production environments are encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

• Perform aseptic processing activities while following cleanroom procedures and contamination control practices.
• Execute manufacturing tasks in accordance with cGMPs, batch records, manufacturing directions, and SOPs.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and tear down production equipment used during manufacturing operations.
• Complete cGMP documentation accurately and maintain required department records.
• Maintain inventory of materials and supplies needed for production activities.
• Follow site safety, quality, and financial procedures.
• Collaborate with team members and cross-functional partners to support daily manufacturing goals.
• Wear required cleanroom PPE, including Tyvek gowns and respiratory protection when required.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

Experience That Helps You Succeed Here

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work successfully in a team environment.

Preferred

• Experience working in GMP, cleanroom, or other regulated environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Basic science, mathematical and computer skills
• Leadership, training, or mentoring experience.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including cleanroom garments (Tyvek gown) and respirators when required.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to frequently reach, bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, grip, and perform repetitive hand movements.
• Must be able to work in an environment at varying temperatures.
• Must be able to work 40 hours scheduled, with the ability to work overtime as needed.

Why Zoetis

• Meaningful Impact: Help produce biologics that support animal health around the world.
• Grow Your Career: Build technical manufacturing skills and explore advancement opportunities within Zoetis.
• Strong Teams: Work alongside experienced colleagues in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.
• Commitment to Quality: Contribute to a culture built on safety, compliance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the 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.

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