Sterilization Technician - Equipment 1st Shift

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.

• $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 Perform Equipment Sterilization functions in ABI manufacturing. Using cGMP techniques, clean, prepare, and sterilize small equipment in support of Media Prep, Bacterial, and Viral production. Demonstrate good housekeeping practices. Fill out process specific documents accurately and completely. Follow Standard Operating Procedures. Train and apply cGMP to assigned work. Read and follow MSDS guidelines.

Hours:

1st Shift, Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

• Work in a safe, clean, and organized manner.
• Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including respirators.
• Process and clean portable tanks and associated equipment.
• Sterilize portable tanks for use.
• Learn and comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• Use all types of communication (i.e., verbal, phone, e‑mail) in dealing with customers, peers, and Team Leader while maintaining a positive and professional attitude as required in the daily operation of the department.
• Respond to requests from customers for supplies and information in a courteous and timely manner.
• Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
• Complete concise, accurate, and timely documentation.

• High School Degree or equivalent required.
• College degree preferred.
• General understanding of microbiology and cGMP preferred.

• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic Microsoft application and computer skills
• Ability to recognize product quality issues based on company guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Demonstrates good listening skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to work in a team environment.
• Expresses a positive attitude.
• Shows respect for co‑workers.
• Working knowledge of metric system

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. routinely.
• Manual dexterity using hands and fingers.
• Constant standing for extended periods of time
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Frequent need to sit, kneel, crouch and climb.
• Exposure to temperature variation, disagreeable odors, caustic/hazardous chemicals, noise.

Full time Regular Colleague

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification.

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All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis.

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Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact.

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Zoetis has more than 60 years of experience in delivering innovative, high-quality products and services that benefit our customers.

At Zoetis, we take pride in a collaborative spirit and high‑performing environment where every colleague is given room to learn and grow.

We invest in our people and offer diverse and exciting opportunities to make a difference in a growing global industry while shaping the future of animal health.

Our colleagues make an impact by working hand‑in‑hand with those who raise and care for animals to better understand and address the unique real‑world challenges they face.