Laboratory Technician Job Ames area,Iowa USA,Manufacturing / Production

Shift
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Mon - Thurs (7:00am to 4:30pm) - Friday mornings as needed to hit 40hrs/week.

Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of this Operation Technician is to perform entry-level laboratory procedures and assist others in more advanced procedures for the production of veterinary biologicals according to strict government and company-imposed guidelines. Assist in all areas of the production of RNA (RP) Particle Vaccine products manufactured in a USDA licensed facility.

Work Activities Include but Are Not Limited To:

Blend and Fill Team
Maintains production records according to regulations
Utilization of volumetric aseptic techniques
Production of RP products for USDA licensure
Maintenance of Vero cell line and related cell culture activities
Assist with electroporation process
Assist with RP harvest and formulation
Make growth media
Updates training record as needed
Restock lab with supplies
Perform other duties as needed

Responsibilities

Performing basic warehousing and material handling activities: unloading trucks, material movements, order fulfillment, and cycle counts.
Maintains in-process inventory at work centers by delivering and opening materials and supplies.
Picking/putting away product
Preparing materials for shipping
Working with dry ice
Perform other duties as required

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of relevant work experience

Required

Experience and Skills:

Ability to work independently and in a team setting
Familiar with laboratory or manufacturing procedures
Strong attention to detail
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Good mathematical abilities
Diversity and inclusion mindset
Ability to routinely pipette and pour media
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in an aseptic environment
Successful completion of Physical Abilities Test

Preferred

Experience and Skills:

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, or related science
Biological laboratory experience
Efficient and effective organizational/communication skills and the ability to interact with diverse departments
Good problem-solving skills to identify logical solutions to challenges
Basic skills with Microsoft Office applications and SAP
Good documentation practices
Strong work ethic
Make rapid, disciplined decisions
Foster teamwork and cross-collaboration
Continuous learning mindset
Resilient and resourceful
Foster team collaboration and possess good communication and conflict management skills