Operations Technician (LYO)

Job Overview
We are seeking a Technician for our Manufacturing Operations team at the Millsboro, DE Animal Health facility. The role focuses on operating manufacturing equipment, performing aseptic and non‑aseptic procedures, and maintaining GMP compliance.

What you can expect
Starting on day one, you will receive training to follow Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures. Throughout your career, we provide continued development through training, workshops, and meetings.

Duties

Work with a variety of manufacturing equipment while completing processes throughout the manufacturing cycle

Assist with equipment setup and operation.

Perform manual and/or automated operations, general maintenance and support functions

Housekeeping in all work areas – execute facility decontamination according to approved procedures

Assist with performing aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest, filling vaccines, etc.

Assist with performing 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

May be accountable for accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to their area, provided proper training has been completed.

Demonstrate, at all times, safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment. Comprehend and comply 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.

Required Education

High School diploma/GED

Required Experience

Ability to operate manufacturing equipment with training

Strong attention to detail and documentation skills

General knowledge of reading, mathematics and computer skills

Ability to communicate and work in cooperation with other employees in a manufacturing environment

Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test

Working Conditions

Position may have varying hours based on business needs

May require rotating shift

Flexibility to work overtime (up to 10%) is required in manufacturing

Travel is not a part of this position

Required Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Cell Cultures

Computer Literacy

Data Entry

Equipment Maintenance

GMP Documentation

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Hazardous Waste Management

Job Descriptions

Mammalian Cell Culture

Manufacturing Documentation

Manufacturing Operations

Manufacturing Quality Control

Manufacturing Tools

Media Preparation

Plant Equipment

Primary Cell Culture

Process Improvements

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Practices

Safety Protocols

Safety Standards

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing

Sterilizing Equipment

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.

Under the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants who have arrest and conviction records for employment in San Francisco. Under the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with local laws.

Job Posting Details
Job Posting End Date: 07/03/2026

Requisition ID: R403822

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