What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Technician I - Live Downstream position at CEVA Animal Health, LLC?
Location: Lenexa, KS
Job Summary and Purpose:
The Live Downstream Lab Technician I will work directly with a range of equipment including batching vessels, filling machines, capping machines and lyophilizers. The Live Downstream Lab Technician I will also work directly with live antigen, batching solutions and semi-finished products following aseptic technique and cGMP procedures.
Responsibilities and Key Duties:
- Set up and turnaround of all process equipment
- Work with chemicals, steam and pressurized vessels
- Operation of batching vessels, filling machines and capping machines
- Perform environmental monitoring during aseptic procedures
- Use aseptic technique during processes
- Perform APHIS certified sampling procedures
- Operate general production equipment such as autoclaves, pumps, scales, particle monitors, etc.
- Prepare solutions
- Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of laboratories and equipment
- Assemble batching and filling equipment for use in processes
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Document and maintain activity records according to cGMP regulations
- Maintain an effective working relationship with others
- Utilize acceptable PPE and follow safety procedures
- Perform all other duties assigned
Core Competencies:
- Shape solutions out of complexity - Work to evolve immediate environment
- Client focus - Make sure needs and requests are treated equally and in a positive way
- Collaborate with empathy - Fully takes part in the working group to share information, listens to others and have a clear idea of the decisions taken
- Engage and develop - Open to share knowledge and to receive feedback from others
- Drive ambition and accountability - Ensure accuracy of work with the use of KPI's and a responsible commitment
- Influence others - Show structure and confidence while speaking
Technical / Functional Competencies:
- Excellent writing and communication, interpersonal and organization skills
- Good self-discipline and attention to details
- Must follow proper documentation procedures
- Must be able to work both independently and in a fast pace team environment
- Good math and computer skills
- Must have flexible work hours and be willing to work outside of normal, scheduled hours as needed
- Must be able to work alternative shift hours and weekends as required
- Must possess planning and time-management skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills
Qualifications:
Education - High school diploma or equivalent, required, Associates degree in a life-science field is a plus
Work Experience - Experience in a cGMP environment is preferred
Other (consider certifications, specialized knowledge and/or training, etc.) -
- Knowledge of cGMP and CGLP procedures is desirable
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing is preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to read, write legibly and understand English
- Visual inspection
- Prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, stretching, repetitive motion and reaching above shoulders
- Lift up to 25 pounds frequently; 50 pounds occasionally
- Daily dressing and operating in clean room required garments
- Frequent repetition of wrist and shoulder rotations
- Dexterity: frequent fine motor movements
- Frequent repetitions of squatting, bending and twisting
- Frequent standing for long periods of time
Working Conditions:
- Must be able to tolerate cold working areas
Travel Required:
- N/A
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties and responsibilities or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not an employment contract. Ceva reserves the right to modify job duties and/or job descriptions at any time to meet the needs of the business.
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**Ceva is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ceva encourages men and women, members of all racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
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Education - High school diploma or equivalent, required, Associates degree in a life-science field is a plus
Work Experience - Experience in a cGMP environment is preferred