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Zoetis Animal Care

Production Technician - Pharmaceutical

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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A Manufacturing or Production Technician works with manufacturing equipment and machinery. Performs set up and tests, monitors, adjusts and repairs machines used to produce products or other machines. Inspects equipment, troubleshoots problems with machines or designs.

$64,631 / year median in Iowa

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Join our team as an •Production Technician •and play an important role in the manufacturing of vaccines that help protect animal health. In this hands-on position, you'll work in a highly controlled clean room environment, operating specialized equipment and following aseptic processing techniques to help produce high-quality vaccine products. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, working as part of a team, and building technical skills in a regulated manufacturing environment. What You'll Do As an Aseptic Technician I, you'll support vaccine manufacturing activities while maintaining the highest standards for quality, safety, and compliance. Filling & Aseptic Processing Set up, operate, and tear down vaccine filling equipment. Fill vaccines into various product presentations using multiple fill lines. Perform aseptic processing and clean room procedures in a GMP-regulated environment. Wear appropriate clean room gowning and PPE while maintaining aseptic conditions. Operate both portable and stationary manufacturing equipment. Lyophilization & Capping Load freeze dryers and support the lyophilization process when applicable. Perform final capping activities, including applying aluminum seals. Safely operate equipment involving steam and other manufacturing processes. Quality & Compliance Accurately complete batch records, SOPs, and other required GMP documentation. Follow established procedures, regulatory requirements, and site policies. Maintain accurate inventory and ensure materials are properly managed. Follow all site safety and financial procedures. Teamwork & Collaboration Work closely with a small team in a clean room environment. Communicate effectively with colleagues and multiple departments. Contribute to a culture focused on quality, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Bring Required:
High school diploma or GED. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to follow detailed procedures and work effectively in a highly regulated environment. Willingness to work a 3rd-shift schedule and occasional weekends.
Preferred:
Post-high-school education in science or a related discipline. Strong math, science, and computer skills. Previous experience in manufacturing, laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, animal health, or another regulated environment. What You Can Expect Hands-on experience with vaccine manufacturing and aseptic processing. Training and experience with specialized manufacturing and clean room equipment. The opportunity to develop skills in GMP, aseptic techniques, lyophilization, and vaccine production. A collaborative team environment where your work directly contributes to quality products and animal health. Physical & Work Environment Requirements This is a hands-on manufacturing role performed in a clean room and production environment.
Candidates must be able to:
Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods. Wear required PPE, including Tyvek gowns and a respirator. Work in varying temperatures. Frequently reach above shoulder level, bend, stoop, push, pull, grip, and handle equipment. Perform repetitive movements involving the wrists, hands, and fingers. Regularly lift and carry materials weighing approximately 5-25 pounds. Work a scheduled 40-hour week and overtime as needed. If you're looking for an opportunity to build valuable technical skills while contributing to the production of vaccines that make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
You should be proficient in:
Industrial Construction Building Incentive Based Rates for Production Food and Beverage Manufacturing Shipping/Receiving Warehouse Experience Loading and Unloading Vehicles Blending Weighing Raw Materials Maintenance and Repair Skills Automotive Manufacturing Systems High School / GED Excellent Communication Skills