Active Ingredient Technician- MonoLayer

37327946 Active Ingredient Technician - Monolayer (Aseptic / Clean Room / Vaccine Production)

Athens, GA
Shift: 4:00 AM – 2:30 PM (4 Days/Week, 10-Hour Shifts)
Duration: 9-Month Contract (Potential Extension)
Rabies Vaccination Required

Job Overview

Sigma Systems is hiring a detail-oriented Active Ingredient Technician to support vaccine production in a clean room environment. This role is ideal for candidates with aseptic techniques, cell culture experience, or laboratory/manufacturing backgrounds who are looking to grow in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry.

You will play a critical role in preparing vaccine components, ensuring compliance with USDA regulations, and maintaining high-quality production standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic processing in clean room environments using virus and cell culture techniques
• Prepare and handle vaccine components following strict SOPs and USDA regulations
• Maintain accurate in-process documentation and batch records
• Support training and mentoring of new and existing team members
• Participate in root cause analysis, CAPA, and process improvements
• Assist with deviation investigations and change control processes
• Ensure compliance with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards
• Identify and escalate production issues and workflow disruptions

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Biology or related field preferred)
• 1+ year experience in laboratory, biotech, or manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and clean room procedures
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cell culture or vaccine/biologics production
• Familiarity with GMP/regulated environments
• Exposure to equipment troubleshooting and automation systems

Work Schedule & Requirements

• Shift: 4:00 AM – 2:30 PM (10-hour shifts)
• Schedule: 4 days per week
• Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required
• Rabies vaccination is mandatory