Quality Technician​/Analyst – Microbiology Team

Position Summary

Schedule and conduct Environmental Monitoring to support manufacturing activities and for product release while following GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), QO (Quality Organization) and Regulatory procedures. Prepare media for Quality Control testing to support manufacturing activities and for product release while following batch records, QO, and GLP procedures. Secondary responsibilities may include routine glassware preparation, washing and sterilization in compliance with specified Standard Operating Procedures.

• $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

Under close supervision, the Laboratory Technician will perform routine laboratory procedures using aseptic technique, in compliance with specifications in all SOPs and Standard Test Procedures used to support testing and release of product.

• Prepare aseptic and non-aseptic media for other groups within QO.
• Perform Environmental Monitoring in production areas.
• Monitor processes and alert supervisory personnel of known or suspected quality problems.
• Practice basic aseptic laboratory procedures as per training and SOPs.
• Apply Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) to assigned work.
• Learn and demonstrate understanding of basic sterilization principles.
• Understand and use production schedules.
• Assist in inventory management of laboratory supplies.
• Maintain testing reagents and supplies.
• Understand and perform basic laboratory techniques/procedures as per training and SOPs.
• Review documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Compile and report laboratory test results.
• Assist in Laboratory Investigations and alert supervisory personnel of known or suspected quality problems.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP).
• Understand company policies and procedures, i.e., Safety, SOP’s, and cGMP’s.
• Learn and comply with regulatory requirements such as USDA, FDA, EU.
• Demonstrate ability to perform assigned work in a safe manner and recognize potential safety hazards.
• Verify and validate data entry in Laboratory Information Management Systems.
• Participate in troubleshooting and problem solving for routine tests and processes.
• Demonstrate technical awareness using data, good judgment, and experience.
• Communicate effectively between departments, shifts, and employees.
• Routine glassware preparation, washing, decontamination, autoclave sterilization, and sterilization of glassware and other materials.

Associate’s degree in biological sciences/chemistry. One to two years relevant experience.

Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences/chemistry. Preferred:
Experience with aseptic manufacturing environments.

• Basic Aseptic technique, Excellent Organization, Verbal and Written Communication skills.
• Experience in media preparation and autoclave operation beneficial.
• Basic understanding of aseptic operation and microbiology.
• Competent using Window-based applications, specifically MODA, SAP, and Excel.
• Knowledge of MODA SAP, LIMS, Process Runner, and Microsoft Excel.

Ability to lift 20-50 pounds routinely, withstand long periods of standing, exposure to temperature. Manual dexterity using hands and fingers. Exposure to high temperatures (autoclaves). Occasional need to sit, reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision work.

1st Shift. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required. 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. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability.

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