Vaxxinova US is seeking a Production Technician to join our Blend/Fill team in Willmar, MN. About the roleThe Production Technician- Blend/Fill, reporting to the Operations Manager, is responsible for the final formulation and filling of vaccines based on proprietarySRP technology. This position works Monday through Friday 7am to 4pm.Main responsibilities:
- Operation of production equipment associated with the Blend/Fill department in a sterile manufacturing environment
- Disassembly, cleaning and reassembly of production equipment and work areas
- Preparation of liquid buffers used during the serial assembly process
- Blending critical components required for final serial batching
- Filling final serial batches using product specific filling equipment
- 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 Blend and Fill
- Assisting other manufacturing departments when schedule permits
- Maintenance of a clean work environment to assure sterility.
- 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, Two (2) or four (4) year degree in any technical field preferred
- One (1) to two (2) years' experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
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 VaxxinovaVaxxinova 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 AgenciesVaxxinova 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.