About this opportunity
Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) lists this Production Scientist opportunity in san angelo, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Role Summary
The Vaccine Production Scientist is responsible for the QC and manufacturing activities within Bimeda’s San Angelo vaccine manufacturing site. This role is a critical position in supporting the AquaTactics’ growth and success in bringing to market autogenous and licensed vaccines manufactured in Texas.
Key Responsibilities
Production
Support the production of bacterin and viral cultures for aquaculture vaccines
Maintain accurate production and vaccine batching records
Schedule production from internal/external input (clients, sales, vets etc.)
Manage timely shipments to clients with customer service team
Quality Control
Ensure raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products meet strict safety, quality, and regulatory standards using both in vivo and in vitro testing
Analyze all data generated, reporting out in the appropriate form within the agreed upon timelines
Assist in the completion of investigations for field actions and deviations
General responsibilities
Liaise with other vaccine production sites in US and overseas for both aquaculture and non-aquaculture vaccines production to ensure knowledge is shared throughout the group
Establish production procedures to meet QA/QC requirements; protocols, Standard Operating Procedures
Work with vendors to provide cost effective and timely supply
Data Analysis & Compliance: Interpret data for specification conformance and generate reports
Maintain thorough documentation under GxP standards
Identify, document, and investigate Out-of-Specification (OoS) results or manufacturing process deviations.
Equipment Maintenance: Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot laboratory equipment and maintain laboratory databases
Author Production records, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and assist in the development of validation protocols
Investigate operational deviations, perform root‑cause analysis, and drive Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Interpret analytical evaluations, ensure data integrity, and support regulatory audits
Identify yield optimizations, cost‑saving measures, and process efficiencies
Competencies Required for the Role
EXECUTION/ACCOUNTABILITY – A willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one’s actions. Accountability is when an individual or a department experiences consequences for their performance or actions
RESULTS ORIENTATION – The ability to focus on the desired result of one’s own department’s work, setting challenging goals, focusing on the goals, and meeting or exceeding them
ANALYTICAL THINKING/PROBLEM SOLVING – The ability to identify the information needed to clarify a situation, seek that information from various sources and then tackle a problem by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Ability to identify and separate the key components of problems and situations. Ability to interpret information from a range of sources to spot patterns and trends in information and to deduce cause and effect from this
THOROUGHNESS/DETAIL ORIENTED – Ensuring that one’s own and others’ work and information are complete and accurate; carefully preparing for meetings and presentations following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled
INITIATIVE – Identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it
Qualifications
Experience in growing organisms in a lab environment
Experience working within laboratory and manufacturing environments within a regulated industry
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
Strong verbal, presentation and writing skills in English required
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office
Personable and able to interact and socialize amongst different cultures and levels in an organization
Self‑starter with high energy level, ability to multi‑task and willingness to learn
Ability to develop skills in microbiology and virology and fish diagnostics
Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, or virology
What We Offer
Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) plan for retirement savings
Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Bimeda is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Worksite address
san angelo, TX, 76902, US
Who can apply
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