Job Location: Saint Joseph, Missouri Job Type: Full Time Department:
Production Technology / Manufacturing and Production Facility:
BI Vetmedica
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Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors and supervises the daily operations of the large scale virus production department, ensuring compliance to cGMPs, written and safety procedures at all times.
Reviews documentation generated by the virus production department (i.e. batch records, log books, forms, etc.) for completeness and correctness; prepares and updates trend logs
Schedules and executes production of antigens according to Materials Management and marketing demands
Develops and/or revises documentation (i.e. batch records, forms, standard operating procedures, etc.) to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements (APHIS and EU)
Develop improved in-process procedures to increase quality and lower costs. Improve cell growth and viral infections and preservation conditions
Troubleshoot production problems, document findings, and implement solutions while providing all information to Management for risk assessment; schedule preventative maintenance activities and maintain calibration losg to avoid problems
Requisitions purchase of all operating supplies and materials and recommends purchase of new or replacement equipment as required for production
Abide by and enforce the articles of the Bargaining Unit Contract
Continually update self and Bargaining Unit employees in cGMP, APHIS, OSHA, EPA, EU, and JP regulations pertaining to production processes
Trains and evaluates new employees as required
QUALIFICATIONS
BS/MS in biotechnology, microbiology, cell biology or related field with a minimum of 3 years experience in industrial bioprocesses
Technical knowledge of cell growth and virus production equipment and all operations necessary to produce high quality viral antigens
Excellent supervisory, verbal and written communication, coaching and teamwork skills
Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude
Demonstrated leadership ability and aptitude to train and utilize hourly workers in a technical environment
