Production Operator

Role Summary

The Production Operator is responsible for preparing, executing, and cleaning/turnover of production processes in poultry vaccine production. All tasks are performed in accordance with internal and external guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive egg handling, including receipt, traying, disinfection, transfer, candling, incubation, inoculation, harvest, and inactivation processes.
• Execute various product manufacturing operations such as centrifugation, concentration, product emulsification, liquid filling, and lyophilization.
• Conduct thorough process and equipment preparation, including cleaning, disinfection, washing, wrapping, and sterilizing of glassware and equipment.
• Manage facility hygiene and sterilization by loading/unloading autoclaves and disinfecting room surfaces and equipment.
• Ensure appropriate material availability (chemicals, consumables) and utilize electronic systems (e.g., SAP) for material staging.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma/GED
• Required: Ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks with moderate to limited degree of supervision.
• Required: Ability to perform duties according to established SOPs, production records and company safety procedures.
• Preferred: Understands and practices proper aseptic technique and biosecurity measures
• Preferred: Ability to concurrently complete documentation and follows established protocols

Additional Requirements

• Shift: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm
• Occasional weekend and off-hour work may be required
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clean room environment may apply
• May be required to work in an area with exposure to potential allergens
• Position may require a certain amount of heavy lifting (up to 60 pounds)
• Completion of Post Offer Exam, Completion of Work Simulation or Completion of Administrative Skills Testing if applicable