Bacterin Assembly Technician 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.

Working under moderate to minimal supervision, performing manufacturing procedures for the production of bacterial antigen containing vaccines in accordance with Process Worksheets, Standard Operating Procedures, and USDA and Zoetis policies and guidelines. Maintain proper documentation and records in accordance with cGMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) principles.

Hours:

1st Shift, routinely 6:00am - 2:30pm Monday - Friday with some mandatory overtime and holidays may be required.

• Batch Bacterin serials working within a lab environment and utilizing aseptic technique.
• Perform routine in-process testing using various instruments such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, and filter integrity testers.
• Perform media weigh out and preparation processes to support the assembly process.
• Prepare and sterilize (autoclave) ancillary equipment to support daily processes.
• Clean, prep and steam sterilize portable tanks used in the production process.
• Perform routine cleaning and disinfection of manufacturing space and equipment per established procedures.
• Comply with cGMP practices and documentation.
• Perform material handling with hand and powered moving equipment.
• Inform Team Leader of shop floor issues, concerns, and possible solutions.
• Demonstrate good housekeeping practices.
• Comply with all safety programs and procedures.
• Work with maintenance and engineering to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Team Leader

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Entry level position

• Ability to comprehend written and verbal directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and leadership.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment which includes performing all functions involved with batching a formulated vaccine as well as material handling needs of the area.
• Ability to effectively use basic math applications (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to document accurately and legibly using cGMP principles.

• Proficient in aseptic technique
• General departmental knowledge and experience
• Prior experience in a biological manufacturing setting

• Ability to work flexible hours with occasional overtime.
• Ability to routinely lift 20-50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods.

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $19.00 to $28.65. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation.

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Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support.

We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and…