Lead Operations Technician; TCP

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Technician to support Production teams using key technologies for cell culture, filling and packaging at our Millsboro, DE facility.

• Work with a variety of manufacturing equipment while completing processes throughout the manufacturing cycle
• Perform manual and/or automated operations, general maintenance and support functions
• Anticipate and solve complex production/operational problems
• Organize own time and that of others and supervise some work of others
• Read, write and comprehend technical information and effectively impart information to colleagues at various levels
• Perform advanced mathematical calculations and conversions
• Execute housekeeping and 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 during tissue harvesting and waste management
• Fill, label, cap, package, and inspect product
• Maintain concurrent record keeping including charts, logbooks, and all pertinent documentation
• Identify and address compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations while notifying appropriate personnel
• Manage hazardous waste accumulation, labeling, and compliance, provided prior training is completed
• Plan and implement daily and weekly laboratory assignments and special projects
• Attend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., to improve job skills and product-related procedures
• Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment, complying with all safety and company policies and procedures
• Train, mentor, and assist in supervising other team members within the manufacturing group
• Assist in weekly reports as assigned
• Serve on safety, quality, and other committees, if applicable

• Assume accountability as a team leader; may have minimal supervision responsibilities within this position
• Act as a facilitator to resolve conflicts within a team
• Ensure written procedures are being followed
• Ensure safety of team members
• Ensure facility and equipment are properly maintained
• Participate in special projects as assigned
• Assist in scheduling work
• Ensure work is completed and assume supervisory role when supervision is absent

• High School diploma/GED with minimum 4 years of laboratory or production experience
• OR Associate’s degree in Science or Engineering with minimum 3 years of laboratory or production experience
• OR Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering with minimum 2 years of laboratory or production experience

• 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

• Adaptability
• Autoclaving
• Cell Culture Process Development
• Cell Cultures
• Collaborative Communications
• Data Analysis
• Filtering Equipment
• Global Manufacturing
• Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs)
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Liquid Chromatography (LC)
• Mammalian Cell Culture
• Manufacturing Documentation
• Manufacturing Quality Control
• Manufacturing Tools
• Media Preparation
• Plant Equipment
• Primary Cell Culture
• Process Control
• Production Scheduling
• Safety Protocols
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing
• Team Leadership

• This position may have varying hours based on business needs
• May require a rotating shift
• Flexibility working overtime is a requirement in manufacturing
• Travel is not a part of this position

Salary Range: $71,900 – $113,200. The salary within the range is based on education, qualifications, certifications, experience, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. Successful candidates…