Ingredient Technician

Active Ingredient Technician, Athens, GA 6 Months

Sigma Systems is currently looking for an Active Ingredient Technician

• OT as needed
• Weekend work and holiday work as required
• 4 days, 10 hr/day
• Rabies vaccine required

• Responsible for performing the activities associated with the preparation of vaccine components in an aseptic clean room environment utilizing virus and cell culture techniques according to USDA regulations
• Ensure compliance with the standard operating procedures during execution of processes. Assist with training and coaching of current and new employees on required skills
• Complete/review in-process documentation for accuracy and compliance in a timely manner; maintenance of technical data and support documentation
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions to address problems; escalation of production flow disturbances
• Demonstrate a visible and tangible commitment to EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) programs and initiatives
• Assessment of individual performance in regards to the continuous improvement (AAI)
• Participate and provide support to site projects and initiatives (including deviation and change control management)
• Production experience is nice; lab experience is nice, but we pretty much train for everything. Flexible schedule needed. Prefer local candidates

• High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred biology degree or related field, one year or more of laboratory experience and/or manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Clean room and aseptic technique knowledge.
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Basic math skills and equipment/automation troubleshooting skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other database software systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve.