Production Technician

Production Technician (Batching and Bottling)

Vaxxinova US is seeking an experienced individual to join our team as a Laboratory Technician in Worthington, Minnesota.

About the role: The Production Technician role is responsible for assisting and supporting the process, to ensure site wide compliance in production, testing, and distribution of veterinary biologic products, within the guidelines set by regulatory agencies. This position will work in an aseptic production laboratory within manufacturing.

Shift: Monday to Thursday 5:00am to 2:30pm (9 hours), Friday 5:00-9:00am (4 hours)

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Work under minimal supervision to assist with projects while maintaining a high level of process clarity with direct management
• Follow SOPS in an efficient and accurate manner
• Aseptically assist in antigen production or serial processing to ensure on-time delivery
• Clean and maintain the aseptic environment; maintain cleanliness of facilities
• Assist with necessary documentation, ensuring accurate and complete information
• Maintain inventory of laboratory consumables
• Assist in investigation of laboratory error to identify root cause and prevent repeated errors
• Assist other departments as requested and complete other duties as assigned
• Promote safety in all areas of work, professional courtesy, and a positive work environment within the company

Qualifications and Capabilities:

• Familiar with regulatory agencies including the USDA/CVB, C-CVB, VICH, OSHA, Federal, State, and Local Agencies
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Communications skills to effectively work with teams, across departments, and outside vendors
• Ability to follow department SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedure)
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal & written instructions in English
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time; bending, twisting, and preforming fine motor manipulations required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to pass medical clearance/fit testing

Experience/Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, Two (2) to Four (4) year degree in any technical field preferred.
• One year relevant work experience required

Benefits at Vaxxinova:

We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• 401K plan with company match
• PTO accrual
• Holiday pay
• Company Shutdown December 25 to December 31
• Short and long term disability
• Company paid life insurance

About Vaxxinova

Vaxxinova aims at providing a full range of both autogenous and licensed vaccines combined with high-level diagnostic services, supported by strong R&D. Our focus is on livestock including poultry, aqua, cattle, and swine. Vaxxinova US, formerly known as Epitopix, is the US operating unit of the Vaxxinova Group, headquartered in the Netherlands. In 2021 Vaxxinova US acquired Newport Laboratories, which has a strong presence making autogenous vaccines for cattle and swine, as well as a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory and remains operating under the Newport Laboratories name in the market. The addition of Newport Laboratories allows Vaxxinova to provide the broadest offering of autogenous vaccines and diagnostics, plus a growing line of licensed vaccines to the Cattle Industry.

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.