Manufacturing Technician - Viral Production

Vaxxinova US is seeking an individual to join our team as a Manufacturing Technician on the Viral production team in Worthington, Minnesota.

At Vaxxinova US, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference. We offer competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for growth, and a supportive work culture.

About the role: The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for performing, assisting and supporting processes, 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 Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm 

 Main 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 viral antigen production 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 and write department SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedure)
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal & written instructions in English
• Ability to research new processes or equipment to aid in process improvement.
• Ability to create production forms using excel.
• Ability to work with light and FA microscopy.
• Ability to perform dilution series and titrations. 
• Ability to troubleshoot issues as they arise.   
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time; bending, twisting, and preforming fine motor manipulations required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. 
• Ability to pass medical clearance/fit testing

 Experience/Educational Requirements:

• H.S diploma/certificate required and at least 3 year of relevant work experience .
• A.S. degree or higher and at least 2 year of relevant work experience 

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
• Paid time off accrual
• Holiday pay
• Company Shutdown December 25 to December 31
• Short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance

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 fourteen countries including Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Italy, Germany, Japan, Jordan, Norway, South Africa, Thailand, the USA, and the Netherlands. 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.