Media Prep

Prairie Holdings Group; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Technologies in Iowa is seeking a Media Prep Lab Technician I to assist in the prepping and sterilizing media used in the production of Autogenous Vaccines. The candidate must read SOPs, work with minimal supervision, and follow regulatory guidelines; ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle glassware sterilization are required.

You will document daily tasks, manage inventory, and communicate effectively with team while adhering to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced lab

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or higher.
• Aseptic Technique and clean room experience is preferred but not required.
• Good documentation practice experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of various media using filter or steam sterilization techniques.
• Read and understand Standard Operation Procedures (SOP’s) accurately.
• Record keeping and documentation of daily task.
• Preparing, cleaning, and sterilization of glassware and equipment used in procedures.
• Inventory management.
• Accurate communication amongst co-workers and supervisor.
• Follow regulatory guidelines by USDA and Cambridge Technologies policies.
• Lift up to 50lbs.
• All other assigned duties.

Skills

Good verbal and written skills

Able to work with minimal supervision

Ability to read, write, and comprehend

Problem recognition

Education

High-school diploma or higher

Aseptic Technique and clean room experience

Good documentation practice experience

Job description

Works with Media

Cambridge Technologies

Position Guidelines

JOB TITLE: Media Prep Lab Technician I CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing DATE REVISED: 9/27/23

Summary

Media Prep Lab Technician I will assist in the prepping and sterilization of various medias used in the production of Autogenous Vaccines. Applicant must be able to work with little to no supervision and be able to read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) within the respecting department.

Accountabilities

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Supervises: Has no supervisory responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparation of various media using filter or steam sterilization techniques learned through on-the-job training.
• Ability to read and understand Standard Operation Procedures (SOP’s) in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Record keeping and documentation of daily task.
• Preparing, cleaning, and sterilization of glassware and equipment used in various procedures.
• Inventory management.
• Accurate communication amongst co-workers and supervisor.
• Able to demonstrate and promote safe lab practices and procedures as assigned by Cambridge Technologies.
• Acts within guidelines of Cambridge Technologies company policies.
• Must be able to learn and follow regulatory guidelines by the USDA.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• All other assigned duties

Work Environment

Fast-paced work environment with a family style culture. Team centric laboratory, willing to provide on-the-job training. Noise level in production is typically moderate.

Education

• Degree or experience in related field is preferred but not required.
• Aseptic Technique and clean room experience is preferred but not required.
• Good documentation practice experience is preferred but not required.
• High-school diploma or higher

Important Qualities

• Good verbal and written skills.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to communicate effectively.
• Problem recognition
• 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