Bioprocess Qualification Technician/Senior Technician/Engineer

Bioprocess Qualification Technician/Senior Technician/Engineer

Vaxxinova US is looking to expand the Engineering department at our vaccine manufacturing facility in Willmar, Minnesota. The successful candidate may be hired at the Technician, Senior Technician, or Engineer level based on education, experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated competencies. 

At Vaxxinova US, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference. We offer competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for growth, and a supportive work culture.

About the role: This full-time position supports the qualification and validation of veterinary vaccine manufacturing equipment (autoclaves, bioreactors, freeze dryers, etc), processes, and systems by executing equipment commissioning, ensuring that equipment is properly installed (IQ), operates as designed (OQ), and performs as needed (PQ) within USDA regulatory requirements, ensuring vaccine delivery to customers throughout North America and the world.

Shift: Monday through Friday, day shift, 40-hr week with occasional work outside normal hours and possible overtime.

Bioprocess Engineer

Salary Range: $68,000 to $96,000/ year

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry or related technical discipline is required.
• 5+ years of qualification, validation, engineering, or biopharmaceutical manufacturing experience required. 
• Possess a clean, valid driver’s license for occasional travel to other Vaxxinova facilities.
• Proven experience leading qualification programs in a regulated environment. 

Main Responsibilities: 

• Lead qualification strategies for manufacturing equipment, utilities, and supporting systems. 
• Develop and approve qualification plans, protocols, reports, and risk assessments. 
• Serve as technical lead for equipment installations, capital projects, and major modifications. 
• Determine qualification requirements related to equipment changes and process improvements.
• Lead investigations involving qualification deviations, calibration excursion, and equipment failures.
• Serve as subject matter expert during audits and regulatory inspections.
• Mentor technical staff and drive continuous improvement initiatives. 

Senior Bioprocess Qualification Technician

Salary Range: $28.00 to $33.00 per hour

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred.
• 3-7 years of qualification, validation, manufacturing, or quality experience required. 
• Possess a clean, valid driver’s license for occasional travel to other Vaxxinova facilities.
• Demonstrated technical writing and problem-solving 

Main Responsibilities: 

• Independently execute qualification and requalification activities.
• Author and revise qualification protocols, test plans, reports, and associated documentation. 
• Evaluate equipment modifications and determine qualification impact.
• Perform periodic qualification assessments and recommend requalification strategies.
• Coordinate qualification activities with Manufacturing and Quality Assurance. 
• Investigate qualification, calibration, and equipment performance issues.
• Support technical transfer, process improvement with validation, and cross-functional projects.

Bioprocess Qualification Technician

Salary Range: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent, with at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, quality, or validation is required.
• An A.S. degree or higher in a biological or engineering field is preferred, with no experience required.
• Possess a clean, valid driver’s license for occasional travel to other Vaxxinova facilities.

 Main Responsibilities: 

• Assist with the qualification and requalification activities for manufacturing equipment and utility systems. 
• Execute approved qualification protocols under supervision. Set up, operate, and tear down qualification test equipment. Properly document and file all records, working within a computerized maintenance management system and coordinating with Quality Assurance as needed.
• Assist cross-departmental teams with experimental design and technical transfer projects. 
• Maintain spare parts, tools and equipment in a clean and organized manner.

Qualifications and Capabilities: 

All levels should demonstrate:

• Strengths in multi-tasking, troubleshooting and prioritization.
• Ability to calculate offsets, concentrations, unit conversions, and other technical measurements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and computerized systems.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Perform work that requires standing, climbing, twisting, reaching, crouching, kneeling and lifting, pushing or pulling of equipment, typically while gowned for cleanroom operations.
• Ability to adapt and respond positively to schedule changes.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices. 

Level Determination

Candidates will be hired as a Bioprocess Technician, Senior Technician, or Engineer based on :

• Education and technical training
• Relevant manufacturing experience
• Qualification and validation expertise
• Technical writing and documentation skills
• Troubleshooting and analytical capability
• Project leadership experience
• Ability to work independently and influence cross-functional teams. 

Benefits at Vaxxinova:

We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off accrual
• Holiday pay
• Company shutdown December 25 to December 31
• Short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance

About Vaxxinova

Vaxxinova provides a wide range of both autogenous and licensed vaccines combined with high-level diagnostic services, supported by strong R&D. Our focus is on livestock including cattle, poultry, swine and aqua. Vaxxinova US, formerly known as Epitopix and Newport Laboratories, is the US operating unit of Vaxxinova International, headquartered in the Netherlands. Vaxxinova US has a strong market presence making autogenous vaccines for cattle, swine, and poultry as well as a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory. Vaxxinova currently has facilities in fourteen countries including Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Italy, Germany, Japan, Jordan, Norway, South Africa, Thailand, the USA, and the Netherlands. Vaxxinova is part of the family-owned EW Group, headquartered in Germany. The EW Group specializes in animal genetics, animal nutrition and animal health, operates in over 100 countries and records consistent international growth.

Recruiting Agencies

Vaxxinova US does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to job postings on social media or Vaxxinova US websites. Vaxxinova US will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited CVs. Vaxxinova US explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Vaxxinova US. Phone calls or emails from recruiters or employment agencies are not appreciated.