What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Lab Technician I (Verona, Wisconsin) position at CEVA Animal Health, LLC?
Location: Verona, WI
Job Summary and Purpose:
Responsible for providing support in the manufacture of veterinary biologics through the performance of testing to verify the safety, purity, efficacy, and standards of composition of in-process and finished products prior to use and/or sale and distribution.
Responsibilities and Key Duties:
- Maintain the Quality Control Suite of laboratories in a clean and orderly state at all times
- Perform and document daily observations of facility and equipment
- Prepare disinfectants, tissue and bacterial culture media, and chemistry reagents for use in testing in accordance with the approved recipe records
- Maintain inventory of Quality Control Laboratory as needed according to the scheduled testing
- Conduct Quality Control testing procedures, as assigned, in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures
- Performs microbiology and physical chemistry tests as assigned. Test methods may include: cell culture, spectrophotometry, sterility, mycoplasma, gram stain, ELISA, PCR, Moisture, pH and others
- Assist with other duties as assigned
Core Competencies:
- 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:
- Ability to assist and observe during audits and inspections
- Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical development, regulatory and manufacturing sciences
- Ability to understand Ceva's organization, products and processes
- Knowledge of continuous improvement and investigation tools with the capability to identify issues
- Knowledge of specific technical standards, guidelines and tools
- Capable of analyzing issues and proposing solutions
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of quality systems tools and how to apply them based on global regulations (GLP, GCP, GMP).
- Demonstrated understanding of the quality impact on production
- Strong analytical skills
- Thorough attention to detail with respect to documentation, communication and organization
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Able to work under time constraints and deadlines
Qualifications:
Education – Undergraduate degree in biology, chemistry, or sciences preferred, or Associates degree plus equivalent work experience
Work Experience – No work experience required. One or more years’ experience working in Quality Control or relevant lab experience preferred
Other (consider certifications, specialized knowledge and/or training, etc.) – Must be able to become gown certified for entry into aseptic processing laboratories
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to read, write legibly and communicate in English
- Tasks frequently require prolonged, mental, and visual concentration
- Able to lift up to 25 lbs on a regular basis and 50 lbs on a periodic basis
- Able to sit or stand for long periods of time
Working Conditions:
- Clean room manufacturing laboratory
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed, or outside of normal business hours, which may include weekends and holidays
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.
- VEVRAA Federal Contractor
**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 – Undergraduate degree in biology, chemistry, or sciences preferred, or Associates degree plus equivalent work experience
Work Experience – No work experience required. One or more years’ experience working in Quality Control or relevant lab experience preferred
Other – Must be able to become gown certified for entry into aseptic processing laboratories
