Production Technician

Fuquay Varina, NC

Contract Duration: 6-36 months

Rate: Negotiable

Responsibilities:

• Excellent employment opportunity for a Production Technician in the Fuquay Varina, NC area.
• Under the direction of the Group Leader, Raleigh Sites the incumbent will perform or assist in the performance of all duties involved in the manufacture of live vaccine bulk antigens.
• Reporting to the Raleigh Sites Group Leader, the incumbent receives minimal direction for routine functions and is guided by production schedules, batch records and controlled documents.
• Oversees and cares for animals used in the production of live vaccines.
• Ensures that all animals are cared for in a manner consistent with company's policies and procedures.
• Upon termination of the production cycle in which live animals are used, the incumbent will ensure that the animals are euthanized in a manner prescribed by company.
• Responsible for performing or assisting in the performance of the harvesting, blending, screening, centrifuging, sporulation and counting steps required to produce bulk antigens.
• Ability to lift / push/ pull 50 lbs. and carry it at least 10-40 feet.
• Operates all equipment within a manner prescribed by manufacturer's recommendations or as documented in controlled documents.
• Reports any abnormal functions of the equipment to Maintenance/Group Leader.
• Cleans and disinfects all equipment in accordance with documented procedures and inspects before use to ensure that it has been properly cleaned and ready for the prescribed use.
• Maintains accurate and timely manufacturing records which include all paperwork and files.
• Can complete all calculations required within the manufacturing record.
• Performs duties in accordance with all federal, state, local and company regulations, SOPs and guidelines.
• Drives company vehicles to pick up raw materials and lab supplies.
• Will Need clean MVR.
• Assists when needed with equipment and facilities maintenance.
• Performs, as assigned, miscellaneous incidental duties and temporary jobs within the facility or at theFarms.
• Maintains a clean, neat and orderly work area.
• Assists in maintaining the security of the facility.
• Recognizes and understands the importance of company standards and goals regarding Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in area of responsibility and focuses behavior in a manner consistent with those standards and goals.
• May not own or have contact with other birds or poultry.
• Avian Biosecurity Policy
• It is the responsibility of all Animal Health employees to take necessary steps to avoid contact with the avian species in general.
• This includes, but is not limited to, commercial poultry, yard chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, wild birds and pet birds.
• Should contact occur, precautions must be taken prior to entering a critical building or location.
• Anyone coming into contact with the avian species should not enter into a critical building or location for 72 hours unless they have showered, changed clothes and shoes.

• Typical hours are 7:00am - 3:30pm M-F, however, this position may require working weekends along with flexible shift hours when needed. Must be able to work a rotating weekend schedule.

• 2-3 years of experience working with animals preferred. Experience working with poultry preferred.
• High School Diploma 3+ years of experience working with animals preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous animal care experience is preferred but not necessary.
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Able to operate and train other employees on all tasks necessary to perform required job functions and ensures biosecurity practices are maintained at the site.
• Multiple head-to-toe, full body (hair included) showers DAILY are required.
• Attention to detail and ability to document work perform.
• Ability to read and understand SOP's and guidelines and ensure adherence to them.
• Must be a team player.
• Ability to lift / push/ pull 50 lbs. and carry it at least 10-40 feet.
• Must be able to squat, bend, and stoop, as well as twisting and turning.
• Able to stand on feet for long periods of time.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity are important.
• Drive a non CDL <26,000 truck.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs.
• Must be able to squat, bend, and stoop, as well as twisting and turning.
• Must be able to stand on feet for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity are important.
• Ability to maneuver heavy carts on various terranes.
• Must be able to work in a dusty and hot or cold environment.
• Ability to read and understand SOP's and guidelines and ensure adherence to them.
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to document work performed is required.
• Must have and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must not own poultry or pet birds and not reside in the same household with someone who does.
• May not own or have contact with other birds or poultry.
• Follow all SOPs, Guidelines, Specs, etc. along with all federal, state, local and company regulations.
• Preferred: 2-3 years of Avian experience Self-motivated.
• Mathematical skills. Mechanical background.
• Required Skills: BATCH RECORDS, CLEAN MVR, MAINTENANCE, OPERATIONS, ANIMAL HANDLING
• Additional Skills: SOP, TEAM PLAYER, BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE, CDL, FACILITIES MAINTENANCE