Production Support

Medgene Labs helps veterinarians and producers protect livestock with precisely constructed immunological products and services. Applying a strategy of continual diagnostic surveillance and data analytics to the practice of immunology, creating vaccines for the disease at hand quicker and more precisely than previously possible. Medgene Labs has a single mission: To be a world-class Immunological Services Provider for leading livestock producers and their veterinarians. If you're looking to join a collaborative, mission-driven team that's making a real difference in animal health and beyond, we'd love to hear from you!COMPANY DESCRIPTIONVST, LLC dba Medgene is a technology and manufacturing company based in Brookings, South Dakota that is inspiring the world to prevent emerging and zoonotic diseases for a better life. This involves helping veterinarians and animal owners improve animal welfare with immunological products and services. Applying a strategy of continuous diagnostic surveillance and bioinformatics to the practice of immunology, Medgene creates vaccines for emerging diseases faster and more precisely. Medgene's mission is to serve as a world-class Immunological Services Provider to animal care providers.POSITION SUMMARYMedgene Labs seeks a Production Support Associate to Perform support activities for Vaccine Production within the site's described procedures.JOB DUTIES The Production Support Associate is responsible for ensuring reliable and accurate support in the preparation of supplies required for vaccine production, as well as complete the labeling and various packaging activities of the vaccines. Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and aseptic techniques is preferred. The position requires the ability to read and understand standard operating procedures and be able to execute the procedures to ensure compliance with CVB regulations. Good documentation practices are required while documenting the work that is being performed.Must be able to follow detailed instructions, scientific protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures.May be required to prepare and sterilize media, buffers, and reagents.Usage of delicate scales for precise measurements

Operation of pumps and filtration devices for sterilization

Basic chemistry for pH adjustments

Accurately label and package vaccine products.Wash and sterilize laboratory glassware, carboys, tubing, connectors, etc.Autoclave operation is the primary method of sterilization.General cleaning and upkeep of laboratories.Monitor and record equipment data, such as temperatures.Maintain and monitor inventories of supplies and materials required in all assigned tasks and procedures.Maintain complete and accurate documentation, as required.Properly handle, identify, sort, prepare, sterilize, and dispose of biohazard materials and hazardous chemicals.Maintain a clean and safe work environment, using proper safety equipment and following safety procedures.Other tasks as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge of:Good Documentation Practices.Operation of basic laboratory equipment.Experience with an autoclave is preferred but not required.Aseptic technique knowledge is preferred but not required.Ability to:Effectively clean and sanitized laboratory equipment.Follow specific procedures.Work safely with infectious materials and specimens.Operate scientific equipment and computers.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Keep detailed and accurate documentation.Maintain a safe work environment for self and other employees at all times.Medgene Labs is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.   Please note that submission of an application does not guarantee employment. As part of our hiring process, Medgene reserves the right to conduct background investigations, which may include verification of education, past employment, and professional references, as well as criminal history checks where permitted by law. Background checks will be conducted when deemed necessary and appropriate for the role being considered, and any such inquiries will be handled in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment consideration. Each situation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the nature of the offense, its relevance to the role, and the time that has passed since the conviction. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that the information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge and understand that falsification of information may result in removal from the hiring process or termination if already employed.

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