Lab Tech - I (Assistant)

May be accountable for accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to their area, providing you are properly trained prior to assignment. • Assist with performing non-aseptic procedures including handling of live animal virus in the process of harvesting tissue and waste.

Qualifications:
Required Education:
• Minimum High School diploma/GED

Required Experience:
• Minimum 1yr experience. (pharmaceutical manufacturing facility experience preferred).
• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment with training
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills are required
• General knowledge of reading, mathematics and computer skills are required.
• Ability to communicate and work in cooperation with other employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test (POET).

Working conditions:
• This position may have varying hours based on the needs of the business
• May require a rotating shift, including some weekends
• Flexibility working overtime is a requirement in manufacturing
• Travel is not a part of this position

Responsibilities:
We are an antigen production lab. Duties are lab responsibilities (execution of aseptic processes), general housekeeping, closed system processing. Some duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Work with a variety of manufacturing equipment while completing processes throughout the manufacturing cycle
• Assist with equipment setup and operation.
• Performs manual and/or automated operations, general maintenance and support functions
• Housekeeping in all work areas | Executes facility decontamination according to approved procedures
• Assist with performing aseptic procedures including antigen inoculation and harvest, cell culture preparation and harvest, etc.
• Assist with performing non-aseptic procedures including handling of live animal virus in the process of harvesting tissue and waste.
• Concurrent record keeping including charts, log books, and all pertinent documentation.
• Identifies and addresses compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate while notifying appropriate personnel
• May be accountable for accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to their area, providing you are properly trained prior to assignment.
• Demonstrates, at all times, safe work habits and maintains a safe work environment. Comprehends and complies with all safety and company policies and procedures.
• Assist in weekly reports as assigned.
• Attend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., as required to improve job skills and product-related procedures.

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.