Manufacturing Technician I - Batch & Fill (Verona, WI)

The Lab Technician I supports laboratory operations by working directly with a variety of equipment including batching vessels, filling machines, and capping machines. This role involves handling inactivated bacterial and viral antigens, batching solutions, and semi-finished products while adhering to aseptic techniques and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

• Set up, operate, and perform turnaround of all processing equipment; Includes working with chemicals, steam, compressed air, and pressurized vessels

• Operate batching vessels, filling machines, and capping machines

• Perform environmental monitoring during aseptic procedures

• Follow aseptic techniques during all applicable processes

• Conduct APHIS-certified sampling procedures

• Operate general production equipment (e.g., autoclaves, pumps, scales, load cells, welders, sealers, particle monitors)

• Prepare chemical and biological solutions as required

• Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of labs and equipment

• Assemble batching and filling equipment for production processes

• Adhere to all SOPs and document activities in compliance with cGMP standards

• Maintain effective and professional working relationships across teams

• Comply with safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Perform additional duties as assigned, including training others when capable

• Solutions out of Complexity – Adapt and respond effectively to dynamic lab environments

• Client Focus – Address internal and external needs with a balanced, solutions-oriented approach

• Collaborate with Empathy – Share information openly and contribute meaningfully to team decisions

• Engage and Develop – Be open to learning, feedback, and knowledge sharing

• Drive Ambition and Accountability – Take ownership of work quality, timelines, and key performance indicators (KPIs)

• Influence Others – Communicate clearly and confidently with a structured and synthesized message

• Operate technical and computerized equipment (machine controls, instrumentation)

• Understand and follow primary production procedures and schedules; consult documentation when needed

• Learn and adhere to regulatory, health, safety, quality and environmental standards

• Utilize basic IT tools to support production tasks

• Apply lean manufacturing tools and support 5S and standard work practices

• Conduct basic analysis and problem-solving; provide input to improvement initiatives

• Can provide basic coaching and apply lean tools as per 5S, standard work.

• Understand production standards (e.g., time, materials, output targets)

• Contribute expertise to team projects as needed

• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced team

• Effective planning and time-management skills

Education: Associate degree in life-science field, preferred

Work Experience: 1 year experience in a cGMP environment preferred

Experience in a laboratory, scientific or animal-handling field preferred

Other (consider certifications, specialized knowledge and/or training, etc.): Familiarity with cGMP and CGLP procedures desirable

Lean Manufacturing experience preferred

• Must be able to read, write legibly and communicate in English to understand safety instructions, procedures, and operational guidelines

• Must be able to squat, bend, and twist repetitively as part of the production process

• Must be able to stand for extended periods as needed for production activities

• Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull and reach above shoulders

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally, following safe lifting procedures

• Must be able to perform visual inspection of products or materials to ensure quality and compliance

• Must be able to dress in and operate within cleanroom garments (e.g., gloves, gowns, masks, etc.) as required by safety and compliance protocols

• Must be able to perform repetitive wrist and shoulder rotations as part of the production process

• Must have sufficient manual dexterity to perform fine motor tasks, such as operating small tools or handling delicate materials.

Clean room manufacturing laboratory, where employees are required to follow strict hygiene protocols to maintain the controlled environment. This includes wearing cleanroom garments such as gloves, gowns, masks, and hairnets at all times to prevent contamination.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties and responsibilities or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not an employment contract. Ceva reserves the right to modify job duties and/or job descriptions at any time to meet the needs of the business.

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