Active Ingredient Technician – Vaccine Manufacturing | Athens, GA

Job ID: 37555202

Sigma Systems is hiring an Active Ingredient Technician for a 6-month contract in Athens, GA. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in laboratory operations, vaccine manufacturing, bioprocessing, aseptic processing, cleanroom environments, cell culture, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, safety-focused, and comfortable following SOPs and USDA-regulated processes in an aseptic cleanroom environment.

Position Details

• Job Title: Active Ingredient Technician
• Job ID: 37555202
• Location: Athens, GA
• Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Contract: 6 Months
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:45 AM–5:15 PM
• Schedule Type: 4 × 10-hour shifts
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Overtime: As needed
• Weekend/Holiday Work: Some weekend and holiday work required
• Rabies Vaccination: Required

Job Responsibilities

• Perform activities associated with the preparation of vaccine components in an aseptic cleanroom environment.
• Utilize virus and cell culture techniques in accordance with applicable USDA regulations and established procedures.
• Follow and comply with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during production and processing activities.
• Complete and review in-process documentation accurately and within required timelines.
• Maintain technical data, batch records, and supporting documentation according to established requirements.
• Assist with training and coaching current and new employees on required processes and technical skills.
• Participate in root cause analysis to identify and resolve process or production issues.
• Support the implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Escalate production flow disturbances and operational issues appropriately.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs and initiatives.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and individual performance assessments.
• Support site projects, process improvements, and departmental initiatives.
• Assist with deviation and change control management activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production, quality, safety, and operational goals.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Biology or related degree preferred.
• 1+ year of laboratory and/or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with cleanroom environments and aseptic techniques.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and basic automation issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to work scheduled overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Rabies vaccination required.

Preferred Backgrounds

Candidates with experience as a:

• Active Ingredient Technician
• Manufacturing Technician
• Vaccine Manufacturing Technician
• Bioprocessing Technician
• Laboratory Technician
• Lab Technician
• Production Technician
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician
• Biotech Manufacturing Associate
• Cell Culture Technician
• Aseptic Processing Technician
• Cleanroom Technician
• Quality/Manufacturing Technician

are encouraged to apply.

Skills & Competencies

• Aseptic Processing
• Cleanroom Operations
• Cell Culture
• Virus Culture
• Vaccine Manufacturing
• GMP/Regulated Manufacturing
• SOP Compliance
• Batch Documentation
• In-Process Documentation
• CAPA
• Root Cause Analysis
• Deviation Management
• Change Control
• EHS/Safety
• Lean Manufacturing
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Microsoft Office
• Data Entry and Documentation
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork