Technician IV, Active Ingredient 6:45am- 5:15pm- 10 hour shift

BoehringerPRD; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a hands-on professional to lead aseptic vaccine component preparation in a USDA-regulated environment. You will ensure SOP compliance, train team members, and maintain meticulous documentation as part of a quality-focused manufacturing operation.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and active participation in site projects within a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Biology degree or related field with 3+ years lab/manufacturing experience.
• Proficient with MS Office and data systems.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and cGMP/USDA vaccine manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform preparation of vaccine components in an aseptic clean room using virus/bacterial and cell culture techniques per USDA regulations.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs; train and coach current and new employees.
• Review in-process documentation for accuracy and compliance; maintain technical data and support documentation.
• Initiate/participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions; escalate production flow disturbances.
• Demonstrate commitment to EHS programs and initiatives.
• Assess individual performance in relation to continuous improvement (AAI).
• Support site projects and change control management.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Laboratory experience

cGMP knowledge

Problem solving

Leadership / Coaching

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Biology related degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Manufacture animal health vaccine active ingredients following defined procedures and regulations using viral/bacterial culture technologies.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• - Responsible for leading and performing the activities associated with the preparation of vaccine components in an aseptic clean room environment utilizing virus/bacterial and cell culture techniques according to USDA regulations.


• - Ensure compliance to the Standard Operating Procedures during execution of processes. Perform training and coaching of current and new employees on required skills.


• - Review in process documentation for accuracy and compliance in a timely manner; maintenance of technical data and support documentation


• - Initiate/ participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions to address problems; escalation of production flow disturbances.


• - Demonstrate a visible and tangible commitment to EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) programs and initiatives.


• - Assessment of individual performance in regards to the continuous improvement (AAI)


• - Participate and provide support to site projects and initiatives (including deviation and change control management).

Requirements

• - High School Diploma or equivalent.


• - Preferred Biology Degree or related field from an accredited institution, with three years or more (3+) years of laboratory experience and/or manufacturing experience.


• - Basic math skills, equipment/automation trouble shooting skills.


• - Proficient with Microsoft Office and other database software systems.


• - Excellent oral and written communication skills.


• - Ability to work in a team environment.


• - Demonstrated ability to problem solve.


• - Demonstrated leadership skills-Coaching/Training.


• - Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.


• - Clean room and aseptic technique knowledge.


• - Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles.


• - Working knowledge of cGMP and USDA requirements for Vaccine Manufacturing.