Lab Tech - I (Assistant)

Qualifications: Required Education: • Minimum High School diploma/GED Required Experience: • Minimum 1yr experience. (pharmaceutical manufacturing facility experience preferred). • Ability to operate manufacturing equipment with training • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills are required • General knowledge of reading, mathematics and computer skills are required. • Ability to communicate and work in cooperation with other employees in a manufacturing environment. • Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test (POET). Working conditions: • This position may have varying hours based on the needs of the business • May require a rotating shift, including some weekends • Flexibility working overtime is a requirement in manufacturing • Travel is not a part of this position Responsibilities: We are an antigen production lab. Duties are lab responsibilities (execution of aseptic processes), general housekeeping, closed system processing. Some duties may include but are not limited to the following: • Work with a variety of manufacturing equipment while completing processes throughout the manufacturing cycle • Assist with equipment setup and operation. • Performs manual and/or automated operations, general maintenance and support functions • Housekeeping in all work areas | Executes facility decontamination according to approved procedures • Assist with performing aseptic procedures including antigen inoculation and harvest, cell culture preparation and harvest, etc. • Assist with performing non-aseptic procedures including handling of live animal virus in the process of harvesting tissue and waste. • Concurrent record keeping including charts, log books, and all pertinent documentation. • Identifies and addresses compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate while notifying appropriate personnel • May be accountable for accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to their area, providing you are properly trained prior to assignment. • Demonstrates, at all times, safe work habits and maintains a safe work environment. Comprehends and complies with all safety and company policies and procedures. • Assist in weekly reports as assigned. • Attend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., as required to improve job skills and product-related procedures.