What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate - Downstream Processing position at Vaxxinova US?
Vaxxinova US is seeking a Production Associate to join our Downstream Processing team in Willmar, MN.
About the Production Associate - Downstream Processing Role: The Production Associate, reporting to the Production Team Leader, is responsible for the disruption and purification of bacteria used to create vaccines based on proprietary SRP technology.
Main Responsibilities:
- Operate, observe and maintain production equipment associated with the Downstream Processing department.
- Disassembly, cleaning and reassembly of production equipment and work areas.
- Preparation of liquid buffers used during the purification process.
- Assisting other technicians with troubleshooting and solving technical problems.
- Manually record all necessary information immediately upon completion of a task and maintain records associated with downstream processes.
- Assisting other manufacturing departments when schedule permits.
- Perform daily facility cleaning and maintain neat and orderly work areas.
- Promote safety in all areas of work, professional courtesy, and a positive work environment within the company.
Qualifications and Capabilities:
- Basic math skills required.
- General proficiency with MS Office.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, and record keeping skills.
- Ability to prioritize work and multi-task.
- Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems.
- Ability to work on equipment while standing, bending, kneeling, or sitting required; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
- High school diploma required.
- Associate's degree in a related field preferred.
Benefits at Vaxxinova:
We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation, including employer contributions towards medical, dental and vision premiums. Most benefits begin on date of hire. Our benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account with company match
- 401K plan with company match
- Paid time off accrual
- 9 Paid holidays
- Company paid shutdown consisting of 4 business days between December 25 and December 31
- Company paid short and long-term disability
- Company paid life insurance
- And many other voluntary benefits
About Vaxxinova
Vaxxinova provides a wide range of both autogenous and licensed vaccines combined with high-level diagnostic services, supported by strong R&D. Our focus is on livestock including cattle, poultry, swine and aqua. Vaxxinova US, formerly known as Epitopix and Newport Laboratories, is the US operating unit of Vaxxinova International, headquartered in the Netherlands. Vaxxinova US has a strong market presence making autogenous vaccines for cattle, swine, and poultry as well as a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory. Vaxxinova currently has facilities in ten countries including Brazil, Chile, Germany, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Norway, the Netherlands, Thailand, and the USA. Vaxxinova is part of the family-owned EW Group, headquartered in Germany. The EW Group specializes in animal genetics, animal nutrition and animal health, operates in over 100 countries and records consistent international growth.
Recruiting Agencies
Vaxxinova US does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to job postings on social media or Vaxxinova US websites. Vaxxinova US will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited CVs. Vaxxinova US explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Vaxxinova US. Phone calls or emails from recruiters or employment agencies are not appreciated.