Scientist II

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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he Target Pay Range for this position is $62,000- $73,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

The Manufacturing Scientist II works independently with minimal supervision to ensure that all biological products released are safe, stable and effective and that all tests are conducted according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). This position requires the ability to multitask and work effectively both independently and in a team environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Testing and Administration: 90% of position responsibility

• Performs routine benchwork to support manufacturing objectives.
• Provides technical and hands-on support on immunoassays and biochemistry practices such as lateral flow production, ELISA production, antibody purifications, and conjugations to manufacturing personnel.
• Prepares the production schedule.
• Works with Purchasing department to order raw materials and supplies to support production.
• Facilitates equipment qualification, calibration and maintenance.
• Prepare, revise, and review/approve manufacturing work instructions and SOPs.
• Reviews completed manufacturing batch records per compliance standards.
• Monitor operations and trigger corrective and/or preventative actions.
• Participate in multi-functional project teams, as necessary.
• May have direct supervision of manufacturing personnel.

Lab Maintenance/Coordination 5% of job responsibility

• Involved with building maintenance.
• Follow all applicable quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and resolve problems, including root cause, and propose process improvements.

Other duties as assigned: 5% of job responsibility

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in a relevant science plus a minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with training and/or supervisory experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proven expertise with immunodiagnostic assay systems including lateral flow and ELISA.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple priorities with attention to meeting deadlines while organizing team to work effectively and efficiently.
• A working understanding of GMP and ISO regulations.
• Highly organized with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong functional proficiency using Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work with staff, supervisors, colleagues, vendors, and customers as needed.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable, willingness to help when needed.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to understand test methodology as well as have the ability to concentrate while performing repetitive tasks
• Willingness to think outside the box and adapt industry best practices and trends.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to effectively communicate technical and personnel matters clearly and professionally with coworkers and vendors
• Ability to problem solve with several variables in a methodical and careful manner.
• Ability to quickly learn various job-specific computer applications
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, standing for extended periods of time
• Must wear personal safety protection as required including hair, eye and foot protection as needed.
• Must have ability to work in a hot, cold, or dry environment in a manufacturing production setting with exposure to working near moving mechanical parts
• Good hand-eye coordination including good hand dexterity
• Typical lab/office environment.
• Standing on a variety of hard surfaces.
• The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

Benefits

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

Benefits eligiblity is based on employment status.

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

• Life Assistance Program

• Pet Care Discounts

Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.

Note to Search Firms/Agencies

Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.