Aseptic Technician I

This 1st shift Aseptic Technician I position is responsible for executing department specific tasks in accordance with all applicable cGMPs and compliant with Corporate/site procedures, regulations, and policies.

Working Hours:

• Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• Weekends, rotating every fourth weekend as needed

Virus: Produce viral antigens in roller bottles and bioreactors in a clean room setting. Includes the preparation of continuous cell lines used for virus propagation and inactivation and concentration of viral fluids. Involves working with portable and stationary equipment and steam.

• Execution of aseptic techniques and clean room procedures or support area procedures in a GMP facility.
• Maintain appropriate departmental cGMP documentation.
• Execute all written procedures, to include Batch Records and SOPs.
• Follow and comply with all financial procedures.
• Follow and comply with all site safety procedures.
• Operation of departmental equipment to include set up and take down.
• Effectively work in a team environment and communicate with multiple departments.

Virus:

• Perform environmental monitoring and staging of clean rooms.
• Perform accurate cell counts.
• Manipulate roller bottles.
• Operate, clean, and sanitize concentration units.
• Operate and maintain bioreactors.
• Monitor and respond to BMS (Building Management System) alarms.
• Accurately document production activities on paper and in computer-based systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school education or GED required.
• Post High School education in the Sciences or other related disciplines preferred.
• Good mathematical, science and computer skills preferred.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills required.
• Strong communication skills required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMEENTS

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to reach above shoulder level, bend/stoop, push/pull, and handle/grip frequently.
• Must be able to work scheduled 40 hours with the ability to work overtime as needed.
• Must be comfortable in working in varying temperatures.
• Must be able to don proper PPE to include Tyvek gown.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of 5 to 25 lbs.
• Regular reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting.
• Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

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