Senior Operations Technician; TCP

Essential Functions of Senior Technician

• Work with a variety of manufacturing equipment while completing processes throughout the manufacturing cycle
• Performs manual and/or automated operations, general maintenance and support functions
• Anticipates and solves complex production/operational problems
• Organizes own time and that of others and may supervise some work of others
• Read, write and comprehend technical information and effectively impart information to colleagues at various levels
• Perform more advanced mathematical calculations and conversions
• Housekeeping in all work areas; executes facility decontamination according to approved procedures
• Perform aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest, filling vaccines, etc.
• Perform non‑aseptic procedures including handling of live poultry in the process of harvesting tissue and waste
• Filling, labeling, capping, packaging, and inspecting product
• Concurrent record keeping including charts, log books, and all pertinent documentation
• Identify and address compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate while notifying appropriate personnel
• Accountable for accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to the area, provided proper training has been completed
• Plan and implement daily and weekly laboratory assignments as well as special projects and other tasks
• Attend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., as required to improve job skills and product‑related procedures
• Demonstrate, at all times, safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment
• Comprehend and comply with all safety and company policies and procedures
• Train, mentor and assist in supervision of other team members within the manufacturing group
• Assist in weekly reports as assigned
• Serve on safety, quality and other committees, if applicable
• Assist with the direction of others by:
  • Having accountability as a team leader
  • Acting as a facilitator to resolve conflicts within a team
  • Ensuring written procedures are being followed
  • Ensuring safety of team members
  • Ensuring facility and equipment are properly maintained
  • Participating in special projects as assigned

• High School diploma/GED with a minimum of 2 years of laboratory or production experience
• Associate’s degree in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 1 year of laboratory or production experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering

• Ability to read, write and comprehend technical information and effectively impart information to colleagues at various levels
• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment with training
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Knowledge of reading, mathematics and computer skills
• Ability to communicate and work cooperatively with other employees in a manufacturing environment
• Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test
• Experience in aseptic clean‑room behaviors (preferred)

• Position may have varying hours based on business needs
• May require a rotating shift
• Flexibility to work overtime is required in manufacturing
• Travel is not a part of this position

Salary range: $65,100 – $102,500

Comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and other insurance benefits for employee and family; retirement benefits including 401(k); paid holidays, vacation, compassionate and sick days.

• Aseptic Operations
• Biological Sciences
• Bioprocess Engineering
• Cell Cultures
• Cleanroom Operations
• Data Entry
• Global Manufacturing
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Hazardous Waste Disposal
• Laboratory Processes
• Liquid Chromatography (LC)
• Mammalian Cell Culture
• Manufacturing Tools
• Media Preparation
• Physical Abilities
• Plant Equipment
• Primary Cell Culture
• Process Control
• Process Improvements
• Production Scheduling
• Safety Protocols
• Sterile Products

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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