Vaccine Manufacturing Operator - Lyophilization & Fill Lines
100hiresCharles City, IA
Vaccine Manufacturing Operator - Lyophilization & Fill Lines
L3
100hiresCharles City, IAtoday
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Biological Product (except Diagnostic) ManufacturingPharmaceutical Preparation ManufacturingIn-Vitro Diagnostic Substance ManufacturingLet's get right to it—interested in mission-critical, hands-on work? We're looking for a Vaccine Manufacturing Operator who thrives in a cleanroom, follows procedures to the letter, and wants to see tangible results from their work: high-quality animal health vaccines. What will I work on? Fill-Finish: Set up, run, and tear down vaccine filling equipment; execute fills across multiple lines and product formats. Aseptic Technique: Practice GMP-compliant aseptic processing with proper gowning (Tyvek, respirator) and cleanroom conduct. Lyophilization & Capping: Load freeze dryers; support lyophilization; perform final capping and apply aluminum seals. Equipment Operation: Safely operate portable and stationary equipment, including systems utilizing steam. Documentation & Compliance: Complete batch records, follow SOPs, manage inventory, and comply with site safety and financial procedures. Team Collaboration: Work closely with a small team and coordinate with multiple departments to keep production flowing. What do I need to bring?
Must-haves:
High school diploma or GED.Strong teamwork and communication skills. Ability to follow detailed procedures in a regulated environment. Availability for 3rd shift and occasional weekends.
Nice-to-haves:
- Post–high school education in a scientific field.
- Strength in math, science, and computer skills. Experience in manufacturing, laboratory, pharma/biotech, animal health, or other regulated settings.
- What's the environment like?
- Hands-on production inside a controlled cleanroom and manufacturing area.
- Comfort with varying temperatures and full PPE (Tyvek gowns and respirator).Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, grip, and handle equipment.
- Repetitive wrist/hand/finger movements as part of routine tasks.
- Regular lifting and carrying of about 5-25 pounds.
- Standard 40-hour workweek with overtime when needed.
- What will I learn?
- Practical aseptic processing and cleanroom operations. Operation of specialized manufacturing equipment. GMP documentation, lyophilization fundamentals, and vaccine production workflows.
- How teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement drive quality outcomes.
- Bonus experience that helps you ramp fast
- Industrial Construction
- Building Incentive Based Rates for Production
- Food and Beverage Manufacturing
- Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA)
Shipping/Receiving
Warehouse Experience
Loading and Unloading Vehicles
BlendingWeighing Raw Materials
Maintenance and Repair Skills
Automotive Manufacturing Systems
High School / GEDExcellent Communication SkillsIf you're energized by precise, process-driven work that directly supports animal health, apply now.
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Level
JuniorL3
Location
Charles City, IA
Occupation
Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders
Industry
Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing
Posted
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