What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Technician II position at LFB30 LFB USA?
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY (PURPOSE, PRIMARY FUNCTION)
Primary function is the daily care and maintenance of the LFB USA rabbit colony used to produce pharmaceutical products.
Duties include basic animal husbandry, facility sanitization, animal restraint, feeding, milking, and record keeping. Additional duties may include breeding activity/support, artificial insemination, sample collection, and injections.
Tasks must be carried out in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs) and accurately documented to maintain compliance with FDA mandated Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Additional duties as assigned.
SPECIFIC POSITION DUTIES (RESPONSIBILITIES, TASKS, ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
Daily animal care activities to include: feeding, animal observations/identification of clinical concerns, and nail trimming
Husbandry activities to include cage change/cleaning, use of power wash and chemical dispensing equipment, and general facility sanitization and support
Milking of rabbits and standard support activities to meet production goals and adherence to established schedules
Proper restraint of rabbits to facilitate general animal care, transfers, sample collection, and advanced handling (AI restraint)
Technical skills to include IM, IV, SC, and IP injections, and IV blood collection procedures
Assess animals, initiate veterinary care and execute animal treatments
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS}
High School Diploma or GED required, 2-5yr laboratory animal experience AS (in related discipline) 1-4yr laboratory animal experience BS (in related discipline) 1-3yr laboratory animal experience
AALAS certification at the ALAT level is required Must be able to work in a team-oriented production environment with attentiveness to detail, accuracy and exhibit good organizational skills
Strong attention to detail and compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions
Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and exhibit strong interpersonal skills with team members
Exhibit good working knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and internet)
Ability to push/pull wheeled carts weighing up to 500 pounds
Ability to lift and manipulate up to 50 pounds
Duties require long periods of standing and/or sitting for an average of six hours a day
May be exposed to materials and chemicals that are potentially allergenic
Duties require actions that involve repetitive motion, to include that of hands and wrists
Perform animal identification applications to include ear tags, tattoos and RFID transponders.
May perform and provide support, to include updating of records, for natural and artificial insemination breeding procedures, pregnancy palpation and kindling/weaning procedures
Utilize computer and paper based systems to accurately document and/or record information to assure compliance with applicable regulations, and company policies
Have an understanding of applicable Quality Systems (e.g. change control, deviations).
May write, modify, and provide training (as assigned) on SOPs/WI/TM
Demonstrate the ability to work on assigned projects independently with little or no supervision.
Identify safety issues and initiate corrective actions to reach resolution
Identify and communicate animal welfare concerns
Exhibit a sound understanding of applicable animal care and use guidelines
Weekend and holiday coverage required on a rotating basis