Senior Operations Technician

Job Description
For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.

Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health,

no one sees it like we do.

Our Animal Health team offers veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest range of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services. The Millsboro, DE Animal Health facility is located in Sussex County, DE, within the Salisbury, MD‑DE Metropolitan Area. Millsboro is situated at the first point on the Indian River and is conveniently located 20 minutes from the beautiful Delaware beaches and 40 minutes from Ocean City, MD.

Essential Functions of Senior Technician

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

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

Anticipates and solves complex production/operational problems

Organizes own time and that of others and may supervise some work of others

Read, write and comprehend technical information and to effectively impart information to colleagues at various levels

Perform more advanced mathematical calculations and conversions

Housekeeping in all work areas – executes 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 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

Identifies and addresses compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate while notifying appropriate personnel

Accountable for accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to their area

Planning and implementing daily and weekly laboratory assignments as well as special projects and other tasks

Attend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., as required to improve job skills and product‑related procedures

Demonstrates, at all times, safe work habits and maintains a safe work environment. Comprehends and complies with all safety and company policies and procedures

Train, mentor and assist in supervision of other team members within the manufacturing group

Assist in weekly reports as assigned

Serves on safety, quality and other committees, if applicable

Assist with the direction of others by: having accountability as a team leader, acting as a facilitator to resolve conflicts within a team, ensuring written procedures are being followed, ensuring safety of team members, ensuring facility and equipment are properly maintained, participating in special projects as assigned

Required Education

High School diploma/GED with minimum of 2 years of laboratory or production experience

OR Associates degree in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 1 year laboratory or production experience

OR Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering

Required Experience

Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend technical information and to effectively impart information to colleagues at various levels

Ability to operate manufacturing equipment with training

Strong attention to detail and documentation skills are required

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

Experience in Aseptic clean room behaviors preferred

Working Conditions

This position may have varying hours based on the needs of the business

May require a rotating shift

Flexibility working overtime is a requirement in manufacturing

Travel is not a part of this position

Required Skills

Aseptic Operations

Biological Sciences

Bioprocess Engineering

Cell Cultures

Cleanroom Operations

Collaborative Communications

Data Entry

Detail‑Oriented

Facilitation

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Hazardous Waste Management

Hazardous Wastes

Laboratory Processes

Liquid Chromatography (LC)

Mammalian Cell Culture

Media Preparation

Physical Abilities

Primary Cell Culture

Process Control

Process Improvements

Production Scheduling

Sterile Products

Supervision

Tissue Cultures

Vaccine Production

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. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit EEOC Know Your Rights and EEOC GINA Supplement.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together talented and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.

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