Description

The main purpose of this position is to assist in all tasks associated with the production of Marek’s poultry vaccines and master these tasks as outlines in the Demonstrated Skills-Based Training System.As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Can work independently in all areas in the production of Marek's disease vaccine. This may include, but are not limited to:

• Performing all processes in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.

• Utilizes sterile technique at all times.

• Active knowledge of working under laminar flow hoods and HEPA filtered environment.

• Communicates any occurrence to Senior Operations Leader and/or Team Leader immediately.

• Responsible for keeping the lab area clean and sterile at all times.

• Maintains accurate and timely manufacturing records, this includes all paperwork and files.

• Individual monthly responsibilities are assigned in each lab. Individual must ensure these activities are completed accurately and in a timely manner.

• Assists in receiving roller bottles in labs and in holding area.

• Works cooperatively with mentor in training; training is vital to performance and should be considered a priority.

• Actively promotes safety and awareness in the lab, always acting in occurrence with safety practices.

• Maintains facilities and equipment as required by Standard Operating Procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

May not own or have contact with other birds or poultry.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Production and/or lab experience preferred

• Self-motivated

• Ability to think ahead to next task

• Ability to work well under time constraints

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and carry it a distance of 10 ft., as well as push / pull

• Must be able to squat, bend, and stoop, as well as twisting and turning

• Manual dexterity and visual acuity are important

• Must be able to stand on feet for long periods of time and work in a sterile production environment

• Must be flexible with availability (able to work overtime as needed on short notice)

• This position requires weekend work. Regular attendance is a must

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.