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Zoetis

Aseptic Technician III

Zoetis, Charles City, Iowa, United States, 50616

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Aseptic Technician III

This 1st shift Aseptic Technician III position is responsible for executing department specific tasks in accordance with all applicable cGMPs and compliant with Corporate/site procedures, regulations, and policies. TCO works with Primary Chicken Embryo Fibroblast cells. May lead department activities in the absence of the Team Leader. Working Hours: Saturday - Monday, 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM TCO:

Produce CEF cell from eggs in a clean room setting by using aseptic techniques and cleanroom procedures. Infect roller bottles in a clean room setting in preparation for batch and fill of vaccines. Execute, lead and trouble shoot aseptic techniques and clean room procedures or support area procedures with a high level of understanding in a GMP facility. Review, maintain and edit, as needed, appropriate departmental cGMP documentation. Execute and lead operation to comply with all written procedures, to include Batch Records and SOPs. Follow and comply with all manufacturing, inventory and quality electronic systems as appropriate. Follow and comply with all financial procedures. Follow and comply with all site safety procedures. Identify ways to improve the safety culture of the department. Operation of departmental equipment to include set up and take down. Provide oversight as necessary. Assist in the preparation of daily production and work schedules. Effectively work in a team environment and communicate with multiple departments. TCO Perform environmental monitoring, cleaning, and staging of clean rooms. Accurately document production activities on paper and in computer-based systems. Clean room gowning required. Aseptic processing skills necessary while working in a small team while in a clean room setting. Manipulate roller bottles. Set up, run (filling) and tear down of fill line equipment Provide department oversight as requested including shift change, schedule changes etc. Lead and direct in daily lab processes providing the guidance to other department colleagues. Provide growth and development opportunities for other department colleagues. Education and Experience High school education or GED required. Post High School education in the Sciences or other related disciplines preferred. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment and/or Aseptic Technician II level beneficial. Technical Skills Requirements Good mathematical, science and computer skills preferred. Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills required. Strong communication skills required. Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills beneficial. Physical Requirements Must be able to stand, stand, and walk for long periods of time. Must be able to wear a respirator. Must be able to reach above shoulder level, bend/stoop, push/pull, and handle/grip frequently. Must be able to work scheduled 40 hours with the ability to work overtime as needed. Must be comfortable in working in varying temperatures. Frequent lifting and carrying 5 to 25 lbs. Regular reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting. Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.