Quality Control Technician - Phibro Animal Health Corporation A : Job Details

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded organization with a rich history spanning nearly 100 years of service. The Company is a global manufacturer of medicated feed additives, feed ingredients, advanced nutrition solutions, vaccines and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. Phibro's revenues are in excess of $820 million, and are supported by over 1500 employees worldwide.

The Quality Control Technician is an integral part of our Quality Control team based out of our US - Omaha, NE - Vaccines site.

Position Details

The Quality Control Technician is an integral part of our quality team based out of our Phibro Vaccine Omaha Office, in Omaha, NE. The Quality Control Technician performs various laboratory tests, quality checks throughout the facility, and assists in ensuring compliance to specifications and regulations. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities

* Performs the following duties: Microbiological testing of vaccines and in-process materials, Chemical testing of vaccines and in-process materials, Product safety testing in animals.

* Electronic entry of test results

* Environmental testing of water and air quality

* Calibration of laboratory equipment

* Compile and maintain files for all records of production and testing for finished product

* Release raw materials and finished product

* General lab maintenance

* Peer review of documentation

* Familiar with 9CFR guidelines

* Other duties as assigned

Key Competencies

Collaborative

Communicating Effectively

Delivering High Quality Work

Demonstrating Initiative

Following Policies and Procedures

Managing Time

Prioritizing and Organizing Work

Skills

Able to develop and maintain detailed records.

Extremely high level of attention to detail and high standard of quality.

Must be accurate, detail-oriented and thorough.

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

High degree of time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and projects at once.

Must be proficient using Email, phones, cell phones, and office equipment.

Education & Experience

* Education and/or Experience: Bachelor of Science degree or three to five years of lab experience required.

* Aseptic technique

* Reasoning Ability: Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must be able to make decisions on routine matters. Ability to define and solve practical problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

* Versatility: Ability to work independently to complete tasks while coordinating within a small team to ensure all daily responsibilities are completed. Ability to cross-train in multiple test protocols and areas within the department and carry out the duties of those areas proficiently.

* Skills: Microsoft based applications and LIMS. Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and correspond in the English language for general business reports, professional journals, technical procedures, and reports. Ability to apply mathematical formulas to practical situations with laboratory work including conversions and volume measurements of dosages.

* Physical Demands: Lift 30 lbs. occasionally. Must be able to stand and bend during entire shift. Requires good hand/eye coordination to perform various tests and good eyesight for calibrations and operation of lab equipment.

* Work Environment: Basic lab environment that requires the wearing of protective equipment.

Physical Requirements

Required to lift or carry 21 to 50 lbs

Required to bend constantly

Required to stand constantly

Required to talk or hear constantly

Specific vision abilities include ability to adjust focus

Specific vision abilities include close vision

Specific vision abilities include distance vision

Specific vision abilities include depth perception

Specific vision abilities include perpheral vision

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition

Division: Animal Health & Nutrition

Department: Quality Control

Location: US - Omaha, NE - Vaccines

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (Standard Work hours)