Antigen Production Technician

Job Title: Antigen Production Technician
Location Available: Swiftwater, PA 18370
Duration: 12 Months+ contract
 
Job Summary:
Perform production activities according to volume fluctuations, business needs, and established procedures within the Biological Service Area (BSA). Responsible for manufacturing tasks in the assigned area while adhering to cGMP standards.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Complete sampling and corresponding documentation as required.
• Accurately complete process orders and bin-to-bin movements to maintain inventory accuracy in SAP.
• Participate in all inventory management activities including SAP transactions, cycle counts, and ordering.
• Execute assigned tasks and documentation in compliance with cGMP regulations.
• Collaborate with Senior and Lead Technicians and Managers to maintain efficient operations.
• Participate actively in team meetings; communicate improvement ideas, issues, and concerns. Report production issues promptly to leadership.
• Perform environmental monitoring and water sampling tasks as scheduled.
• Write and edit cGMP procedures and documents under supervision.
• Support deviation investigations and contribute to implementation plans to ensure product quality.
• Ensure proper process area setup and maintenance of lab and equipment before and after production runs.
• Complete quality documentation such as Batch Production Records (BPRs) and logbooks accurately and in a timely manner.

 
Requirements:

• Strong self-driven work ethic with excellent communication and time management skills.
• Commitment to personal and professional development through training completion.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment with changing demands.
• Attention to detail and good documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good mechanical skills and basic mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency with computer systems; strong comprehension, retention, troubleshooting, and manual dexterity.
• Thorough knowledge of cGMP regulations and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to efficiently stand and work for 10+ hours per day.
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs safely.
• Detail-oriented with clear writing skills.
• Follow cGMP SOPs and SWIs for compliance.
• Flexibility to work multiple shifts including weekends.

 
Work Schedule and Conditions:

• Shift hours may vary; employees must remain on duty until tasks are completed.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary.
• Days off may be non-consecutive and vary week to week (rotating schedule).
• Work hours subject to change based on production demands.
• May be required to take designated days off mid-week or work rotating schedules.
• All antigen roles involve active virus production; required vaccinations include Flu, Menactra, and Yellow Fever (pending area assignment).
• No jewelry, makeup, or scented products (perfume, hairspray, cologne, aftershave) allowed on the production floor.
• Artificial nails and nail polish are prohibited.
• Required attire includes sterile scrubs, hairnets, beard covers, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and in some areas, Tyvek suits.

 
Experience:

• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in a cGMP manufacturing or production environment.