Zoetis is the world's largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals.
At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the 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
Work in a manufacturing laboratory setting using mammalian cell culture practices and techniques. Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP. Understand and follow safety policies as it relates to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality.
Hours: 1st Shift, 7:15am - 3:45pm. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.
Position Responsibilities
Perform processes and operate equipment required for production of bulk viral antigen.
Understand and apply good cell culture practices as it relates to viral and antibody production. Operate equipment involved in downstream processing of production bulk fluids (e.g., tangential flow filtration, hollow-fiber filtration, sterile filtration, etc.). Using knowledge of bioreactors/fermentors and support equipment, apply skills to identify mechanical problems and maintain equipment. Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP. Understand and follow safety policies as it relates to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality.
Level of the job will be determined by the successful candidate.
Education and Experience
High school degree or equivalent required. BS in Biological sciences preferred. Preference given to applicants with relevant experience in biological production and/or aseptic manufacturing.
Technical Skills and Competencies Required
Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills. Mammalian cell culture practices and techniques are desirable. Good communication and interpersonal skills, computer skills and working knowledge of metric system. Fundamental understanding of bioreactors/fermentors is desirable.
Physical Position Requirements
Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, biohazards, continuous standing and lifting to a maximum of 50 lbs.
Full time
Regular
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