Operation Technician

Nesco Resource, LLC

Ames, IA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20–$20 Per Hour
SKILLS
Asepsis, Biology, Cell Cultures, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, High School Diploma, Laboratory, Laboratory Techniques, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Microbiology, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Support, Regulatory Requirements, SAP, Team Player, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Veterinary Medicine, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Ames, IA
POSTED
2 days ago
Operation Technician 
Monday - Thursday, 7a - 4p + Friday mornings to hit 40 hours
$20 per hour

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent and 2+ years of related experience
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Basic math and documentation skills
  • Comfortable working in an aseptic environment and wearing required PPE
  • Ability to routinely pipette, prepare media, and perform repetitive lab tasks
  • Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, or related field
  • Experience with aseptic technique, cell culture, or biological laboratory procedures
  • Basic Microsoft Office and SAP skills
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

Support the production of veterinary biological products in a USDA-licensed facility while following company and regulatory requirements.

Key duties include:

  • Assist with blend, fill, harvest, formulation, and electroporation processes
  • Maintain Vero cell cultures and prepare growth media
  • Follow aseptic procedures and production protocols
  • Complete and maintain production and training records
  • Restock laboratory supplies and maintain work areas
  • Support production activities as assigned

COM067

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About the Company

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Nesco Resource, LLC

Companies need talent. You want job opportunities.

That’s where we come in. We create meaningful connections between companies and candidates, and we’ve been doing it for over 65 years.
Our national workforce solutions include contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement services, and managed services for a variety of industries.

We employ specialized recruiters focused in Engineering, Information Technology, Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, and Manufacturing & Distribution.

When you need to find a job, we're your partner.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Employee Referral Program
FOUNDED
1956
WEBSITE
https://nescoresource.com/