Job Description

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science.  Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology.  Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.

Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence.  Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.

We are seeking a Growth and Improvement minded SUB Processing Operations Technician that can help drive our Strategic Operating Priorities.

Summary, Focus and Purpose

A SUB Processing Operations Technician position is available within our Antigen Manufacturing Team, at our Company's Animal Health (AH) facility in Desoto Kansas, located near the Kansas City metropolitan area. The Animal Health facility is part of the global Animal Health Manufacturing Division network and a key contributor to the manufacturing of animal health products.

We are expanding operations in the manufacturing of vaccines and biologics for large and companion animals and leveraging an experienced and innovative team-oriented work environment using fermentation and cell culture platforms. Team members work with a "Safety First, Quality Always" mindset while striving for continuous improvement to ensure products of the highest quality, working within one of the manufacturing operation teams requires the ability to work independently while also part of a team to contribute to the daily completion and schedule adherence of production activities.

Key Functions

• Work Independently and as a Team member with Integrity | Precision | Accomplishment | Motivational Ambition | Respect | Inclusion

• Follow and comply with Manufacturing Directions and Standard Operating Procedures, along with applicable Corporate, Company, and Regulatory Policies

• Responsible for large scale antigen production and processing in accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)

• Primary daily tasks will include aseptic material handling and culture scale up, preparation and operation of single use bioreactors and stainless-steel vessels. Downstream processing steps for concentration using hollow fiber filters.

• Attention to detail to achieve a consistent error-free execution of daily job tasks

Education

• Required | High school diploma or GED

• Preferred | Associate's degree within a science discipline or equivalent

Experience | Skills | Knowledge

Required

• Good concurrent and complete documentation using Good Manufacturing Practices

• Good work ethic and attendance behavior

• Proficient computer skills

• Principled verbal and written communications

• Demonstrate basic skills in effective time management to meet given deadlines

• Work effectively and efficiently both individually and with team member

• Principled verbal and written communication

• Demonstrate basic skills in effective time management to meet given deadlines

• Work effectively and efficiently both individually and with team members   ​​

Preferred

• 6+ months experience working in manufacturing environment

• Demonstrated experience working within a GMP manufacturing environment

• Good comprehension of aseptic procedures

• Experience with single use gamma radiated materials

Shift and Hours

• Sunday to Thursday | 1st Shift 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Animal Vaccination, Cell Cultures, Documentations, GMP Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Mammalian Cell Culture, Manufacturing Processes, Primary Cell Culture, Safety Procedures, Strategic Initiative, Strategic Planning, Talent Recruitment, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Pathology

Preferred Skills:

Bioreactor Design, Bioreactor Design, Business Operations, Business Strategies, cGMP Regulations, Computer Networking, Creativity, Detail-Oriented, Downstream Processing, Empathy, Food Processing, Logistics Management, Manufacturing, Medical Equipment Management, Operations Management, Organizational Behavior, Plant Care, Prioritization, Production Coordination, Production Operations, Production Processes, Production Scheduling, Product Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, Team Development {+ 4 more}

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Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

02/16/2026

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