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Technician II, Active Ingredient

Athens, GA 30601

Posted: 06/24/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 609035 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Duties:    
  • Manufacture animal health vaccine active ingredients following defined procedures and regulations using virus culture and bacterial culture technologies. 
  • Responsible for performing the activities associated with the preparation of vaccine components in an aseptic clean room environment utilizing virus/bacterial and cell culture techniques according to USDA regulations
  • Ensure compliance to the Standard Operating Procedures during execution of processes. Assist with training and coaching of current and new employees on required skills
  • Review in process documentation for accuracy and compliance in a timely manner; maintenance of technical data and support documentation 
  • Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions to address problems; escalation of production flow disturbances
  • Demonstrate a visible and tangible commitment to EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) programs and initiatives
  • Assessment of individual performance in regards to the continuous improvement (AAI)
  • Participate and provide support to site projects and initiatives (including deviation and change control management)
  • Results oriented and ability to meet firm deadlines while working in a complex and variable environment
  • Strong working relationship with Quality Organization and other departments within Industrial Operations


Skills:    
  • Working knowledge of cGMP and USDA requirements for Vaccine Manufacturing
  • Basic math skills, equipment/automation trouble shooting skills.  
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and other database software systems.  
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to problem solve.  


Education:    
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.  
  • Preferred Biology Degree or related field, one year or more of laboratory experience and/or manufacturing experience.

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.

Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.