Production Technician - Fermentation - Full-time

Fermentation Production Technician

Vaxxinova US is seeking a Production Technician to join our Fermentation team in Willmar, MN. This position will work 12:00pm to 10:30pm Monday to Thursday.

About the role

The Fermentation Production Technician, reporting to the Production Manager, is responsible for the growth of bacteria used to create vaccines based on proprietary SRP technology.

Main responsibilities:

• Operation of production fermenters and associated control systems, and oversight of fermentation process
• Disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly of fermentation equipment
• Preparation of liquid media used during fermentation process
• Assisting other technicians with troubleshooting and solving technical problems in fermentation
• Maintenance of records associated with fermentation processes
• Maintenance of a clean work environment to assure sterility.
• Promote safety in all areas of work, professional courtesy, and a positive work environment within the company

Qualifications and Capabilities

• Basic math skills required
• General proficiency with MS Office
• Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, and record keeping skills
• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems
• Ability to work on equipment while standing, bending, kneeling, or sitting required; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Four (4) year degree in any technical field required
• One (1) to two (2) years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

Benefits at Vaxxinova:

We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• 401K plan with company match
• PTO accrual
• Holiday pay
• Company Shutdown December 25 to December 31
• Short and long term disability
• Company paid life insurance

About Vaxxinova

Vaxxinova aims at providing a full range of both autogenous and licensed vaccines combined with high-level diagnostic services, supported by strong R&D. Our focus is on livestock including poultry, aqua, cattle, and swine. Vaxxinova US, formerly known as Epitopix, is the US operating unit of the Vaxxinova Group, headquartered in the Netherlands. In 2021 Vaxxinova US acquired Newport Laboratories, which has a strong presence making autogenous vaccines for cattle and swine, as well as a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory and remains operating under the Newport Laboratories name in the market. The addition of Newport Laboratories allows Vaxxinova to provide the broadest offering of autogenous vaccines and diagnostics, plus a growing line of licensed vaccines to the Cattle Industry.

Vaxxinova currently has facilities in ten countries including Brazil, Chile, Germany, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Norway, the Netherlands, Thailand, and the USA. Vaxxinova is part of the family-owned EW Group, headquartered in Germany. The EW Group specializes in animal genetics, animal nutrition and animal health, operates in over 100 countries and records consistent international growth.

Recruiting Agencies

Vaxxinova US does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to job postings on social media or Vaxxinova US websites. Vaxxinova US will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited CVs. Vaxxinova US explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Vaxxinova US. Phone calls or emails from recruiters or employment agencies are not appreciated.