Production Laboratory Technician, Room 120 (Weekend, Days)

Production Laboratory Technician, Room 120 (Weekend, Days)

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Overview

The vaccine production operator carries out manufacturing operations in accordance with appropriate procedures, in compliance with HSE standards, productivity targets and quality standards (GMP, hygiene). Propose ideas to improve productivity and own their environment (workstations organization, quality and safety). The operator is responsible for the daily activities of the laboratory and ensures they meet the specifications for the production of animal vaccines (harvesting, purification and aseptic filling). The operator will participate in the construction of the new documentation system and the validation of the equipment and processes (clean zone, autoclaves, centrifuge, tangential flow filtration system).

Responsibilities

• Suggest set-up of the team’s work in daily Tier 1 based on the given production schedule
• Execute production planning, reporting quality standards
• Inform & escalate in case of issue or if a solution is not possible/deviation
• Monitor & improve activities on a continuous basis
• Close & control work orders
• Complete processing, documentation and cleaning in an aseptic processing area
• Work independently, complete daily tasks accurately and efficiently
• Collect samples from various tanks, surfaces and environment
• Perform equipment and instrument calibrations according to established procedures
• Identify and report irregularities identified with any aspects of work
• Review production batch records
• Respect operating time yield standards
• Analyze variances and propose action plans
• Set-up/write SOPs
• Apply all standards (environment, quality, safety/HSE, aseptic, cost)
• Perform In-Process Controls (IPC)
• Complete and check batch reports
• Raise alerts in case of dangerous situations, near miss/QA deviation, etc.
• Run internal audits
• Participate in writing new SOPs and Batch Production Records
• Ensure 5S standards are met and maintained
• Follow all health and safety rules and regulations
• Participate in the validation process with guidance
• Ensure CPS standards are applied on assigned workstations
• Update & monitor performance indicators on the line/zone, analyze gaps, and propose/resolution actions
• Propose and implement ideas for improvement (short/medium term)
• Carry out process confirmation as provided by the planning function
• Ensure compliance with performance and workshop storage standards; raise alerts if needed
• Ensure first level maintenance and changeovers (clean machines and keep them in good condition); escalate deviations
• Act as a responder for incoming spill calls and be part of the spill response team
• Suggest small CAPEX investments to improve performance (below 5K€)
• Participate in site/department projects and continuous improvement workshops
• Share good practices
• Train temporary workers and/or junior operators
• Own personal development: know skill matrix and suggest training to supervisor
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Drive Ambition & Accountabilities
• Influence Others
• Collaborate with Empathy
• Engage & Develop
• Shape Solutions out of Complexity
• Client Focus

Qualifications

• Technical College diploma in a related technical / biological field
• A bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological or Engineering Technology is considered an asset
• Experience in a lab GMP environment
• Previous experience with Bioreactors

Member Profile

• Technical College diploma in a related technical / biological field
• A bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological or Engineering Technology is considered an asset
• Experience in lab GMP environment
• Previous experience with Bioreactors

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

We are part of Ceva Animal Health’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policy and are committed to employing people with disabilities and providing reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

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