Associate Manufacturing Technician - Small Autogenous Lab

Vaxxinova US is seeking an Associate Manufacturing Technician to join our Small Autogenous Lab team in Willmar, MN.

About the role: As a key member of the small autogenous (custom) lab, the Production Technician is responsible for all aspects of manufacturing vaccine using proprietary SRP technology. This critical role will be engaged in production, process improvement, and the support functions necessary to ensure vaccine delivery to customers.

Shift: Monday through Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm

Main responsibilities:

• Operation of production equipment including centrifuges, filtration systems, bacterial growth flasks, high pressure homogenizers etc
• Disassembly, cleaning and reassembly of equipment
• Preparation of liquid media used during processes
• Preparation and bottling of final vaccine lots
• Assisting other technicians with troubleshooting and solving technical problems
• Documentation of all work completed for vaccine production and maintenance of records associated with processes
• Assisting other manufacturing departments when schedule permits
• Maintenance of a clean work environment to assure sterility.
• Promote safety in all areas of work, professional courtesy, and a positive work environment within the company

Qualifications and Capabilities

• Basic math skills required

• General proficiency with MS Office

• Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, and record keeping skills

• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task

• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems

• Ability to work on equipment while standing, bending, kneeling, or sitting required; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally

Education and Experience

• High school diploma/certificate required, A.S. degree preferred.
• One (1) to two (2) years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

Benefits at Vaxxinova:

We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation, including employer contributions towards medical, dental and vision premiums. Most benefits begin on date of hire. Our benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off accrual
• 9 Paid holidays
• Company paid shutdown consisting of 4 business days between December 25 and December 31
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• And many other voluntary benefits

About Vaxxinova

Vaxxinova provides a wide range of both autogenous and licensed vaccines combined with high-level diagnostic services, supported by strong R&D. Our focus is on livestock including cattle, poultry, swine and aqua. Vaxxinova US, formerly known as Epitopix and Newport Laboratories, is the US operating unit of Vaxxinova International, headquartered in the Netherlands. Vaxxinova US has a strong market presence making autogenous vaccines for cattle, swine, and poultry as well as a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory. Vaxxinova currently has facilities in fourteen countries including Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Italy, Germany, Japan, Jordan, Norway, South Africa, Thailand, the USA, and the Netherlands. Vaxxinova is part of the family-owned EW Group, headquartered in Germany. The EW Group specializes in animal genetics, animal nutrition and animal health, operates in over 100 countries and records consistent international growth.

Recruiting Agencies

Vaxxinova US does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to job postings on social media or Vaxxinova US websites. Vaxxinova US will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited CVs. Vaxxinova US explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Vaxxinova US. Phone calls or emails from recruiters or employment agencies are not appreciated.