Biological Harvest I
Location: Swiftwater, PA, 18370
Shift: 1st Shift (6 AM to 2:30 PM)
Duration: 8 Months
Description:
Eggs are removed from an egg cold box and staged at one (B37) or two (B59/B79) egg harvesting machine(s).
* A loader will be responsible for unloading 136 egg trays from the egg cart into the harvesting machine at a quick rate per tray. (B59) (B79-automatic unloader will unload the trays unless machinery issues, the technician will need to hand unload trays onto the conveyor)
* After the eggs are de-capped, an inspector is responsible for inspecting the eggs at an inspection station.
Tray and cart washer functions:
* Responsible for collecting, stacking and loading clean egg trays on to a cart then transport the clean trays to a staging are in a fast pace environment.
* Responsible for removing clean egg carts from two cart washers and deliver carts to the inoculation area.
* At times trays will be washed on the carts and these trays will need to be unloaded, stacked and stored in another cart then delivered to a staging area outside of harvest in a fast pace environment. All areas have a rotation that will need to be followed which includes gowning requirements per cGMP procedures.
* Responsible for disassembling and cleaning the harvest equipment at the completion of production. Equipment utilized during cleaning: Respirator, Bump cap, Knee pads, Tyvek jumpsuit, Goggles, Two pairs of gloves, Sleeves.
* When cleaning has been completed the equipment is reassembled for use. (may be asked to help with cleaning of the room to speed up the process for changeover)
* All tasks are strictly timed and the operator is responsible for meeting the time requirements, in a fast paced environment.
Requirements:
* Able to safely move carts on wheels which may weigh up to 800 pounds.
* Must be able to perform all physical requirements, including reaching, twisting bending, squatting, repetitive motion, and lifting 30+ lbs.
* Must be able to be on feet for entire 8-10 hour shift.
* Pass respirator fit test.
* Able and willing to work in a sterile environment, wearing scrubs, hair and beard covers, surgical mask, gloves and sleeves.
* Able to follow directions and comply with cGMP Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
* Clean various machines before, during and after production.
* Basic computer skills.
* Hours for each position may vary.
* All positions require employees to stay until a job is completed.
* Every employee must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime if necessary.
* Days off may not be consecutive and may vary from week to week (rotating schedule).
* Working hours are subject to change based on production demand.
* Employees may be required to take set days off in the middle of the week or work a rotating schedule.
* All antigen positions involve the production of active viruses.
* While risk of exposure is minimal, vaccinations are required for all areas, including Flu, Menactra, and Yellow Fever pending area assignment.
* Jewelry and makeup are not allowed on the floor.
* Perfume, hairspray, cologne, aftershave and/or any scents are not permitted.
* Artificial nails and nail polish are not allowed.
* The attire includes (but is not limited to) sterile scrubs, hairnets, beard covers, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and in some areas Tyvek suits.
* Years of Experience: 0 - 3 Years |
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