Pilot Lab Technician

CSL USA Inc.; Franksville (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL USA Inc. is seeking a Pilot Plant Technician to join their team in Franksville, WI. The role involves preparing media, operating bioreactors, and ensuring compliance with laboratory practices. Ideal candidates will have an associate degree in a relevant field and experience with aseptic techniques. This position requires collaboration in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the improvement of culture production processes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in food sciences, microbiology, biology, or chemistry required.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and laboratory methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media for Pilot fermentations and sample analysis.
• Set up, operate, and clean equipment for laboratory-scale fermentations.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and cleanliness of all laboratory areas.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Good Laboratory Practices

Good Manufacturing Practices

Good Documentation Practices

Education

Associate degree in food sciences

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

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Department: Pilot Lab
Positions Supervised: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (M-F, 1st Shift)
Reports to: Pilot Plant Manager

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The Pilot Plant Technician will work as part of an interdisciplinary team focused on the implementation and improvement of CSL USA’s culture production processes through media, fermentation, and downstream process development. Principal duties include the preparation of media and samples, sample enumeration, operation of small-scale bioreactors, and general lab upkeep. This position is a key participant and must contribute in a fast paced, collaborative, and efficient team while exhibiting “Hungry, Humble, and Smart” qualities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the major functions of this position and are not intended to be a detailed description of all the work/functions that may be required. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Follow operating discipline policies, principles, procedures, standards, and practices to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of assigned areas.
2. Prepare media for Pilot fermentations and sample analysis, including material verification, weighing, autoclaving, pouring, and dispensing.
3. Set up, operate, disassemble, and clean equipment for laboratory-scale fermentations including bioreactors, bench-top centrifuges, and freeze-dryers.
4. Conduct sampling and testing of in-process, finished material, and stability samples generated by Pilot Lab.
5. Accurately generate and record data from laboratory-scale fermentations, investigations, and stability studies.
6. Communicate ideas, questions, and issues effectively with department leadership.
7. Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures, including training and development requirements.
8. Maintain supplies, equipment, and cleanliness of all laboratory areas.
9. Perform additional routine tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in food sciences, microbiology, biology, chemistry, or related field required. Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and applicable laboratory methods; experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs); experience preferred.