Virbac
Formulations Technician I
Virbac, Bridgeton, MO, United States
Experiencing together a unique human adventure
Animal health is key to the health of the planet. Working at Virbac means taking part in a unique human adventure in which the engagement of each individual contributes to its evolution. Encouraging internal mobility between positions and countries, offering individual development plans and building a partnership based on trust between managers and employees are as many perspectives of motivation for our teams. We also offer them a work environment conducive to exploring new territories and balancing their professional and personal lives. Finally, fostering their engagement to animal health also means listening to them and helping them to acquire new skills, preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow and encouraging them to contribute to an ever more responsible approach to our business.
Virbac Animal Health is seeking a R&D Technician to join our team. The R&D Technician contributes to the development of new pharmaceutical products and/or the optimization of existing pharmaceutical products for the animal health market with the objectives to have the product in agreement with regulatory requirements.
Experience: Qualified candidates must possess, at a minimum, an Associate's Degree in Applied Science- Chemical Technology or equivalent with prior experience or a BS in Chemistry preferred. 2+ years of experience working in a development lab or chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturing facility preferred
Benefits: 13 Company paid Holidays; 5 personal days (prorated); 15 vacation days (prorated); 5 floating holidays (prorated); 6% 401k match; competitive pay and bonus opportunity; growth opportunities and hybrid schedules based on department and role within the department and much more!
Area of responsibility 1: [Formulation Research and Development Technical Expertise]
Main activities
Participate in the formulation of new pharmaceutical products for the animal health market Prepare and manufacture laboratory scale batches to evaluate initial stability of formulations; perform evaluation of physical parameters critical to the formula and report results Follow Good Documentation Practices (cGDP) in all activities and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) when applicable Participate in the review of relevant site procedures to ensure they reflect current practices Participate in planning and production of R&D batches using commercial-scale manufacturing equipment
Expected results: Provide R&D with materials suitable for stability and clinical trials and support efficient transition of products from R&D to commercial manufacturing
Area of responsibility 2: [Collaboration with Formulation R&D Team]
Main activities
Execute the procedures of batch manufacturing as provided by Formulation Scientists Provide observations and feedback to the Formulation R&D Team with the intention to strive for continuous site improvement
Expected results: Work with Formulation Scientists to successfully develop new formulations
Area of responsibility 3: [Facility management activities]
Main activities
Maintain, clean, and organize the formulation area in accordance with cGMPs Collaborate closely with maintenance department to manage facility and equipment in the formulation area Maintain equipment logs and track calibration and maintenance schedules Manage inventory of R&D materials Participate in packaging and shipping of samples for analysis
Expected results: Maintain R&D pilot scale area and equipment in a suitable fashion.
Profile
Requirements (Diploma and experience)
Associates Degree in Applied Science - Chemical Technology or equivalent with prior experience or BS in Chemistry preferred. Experience working in a development lab or chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturing facility preferred
Skills
Strong problem solving abilities and scientific mindset Ability to safely operate small-scale industrial equipment Knowledge of cGMP and cGDP Strong communication and collaboration skills Proficiency with the Google Workspace platform or equivalent
Virbac provides numerous career opportunities, thanks to the diversity of its jobs and their international dimension.
Joining Virbac means joining dynamic teams ambitious for success.
Add Your Talent to Ours!
Animal health is key to the health of the planet. Working at Virbac means taking part in a unique human adventure in which the engagement of each individual contributes to its evolution. Encouraging internal mobility between positions and countries, offering individual development plans and building a partnership based on trust between managers and employees are as many perspectives of motivation for our teams. We also offer them a work environment conducive to exploring new territories and balancing their professional and personal lives. Finally, fostering their engagement to animal health also means listening to them and helping them to acquire new skills, preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow and encouraging them to contribute to an ever more responsible approach to our business.
Virbac Animal Health is seeking a R&D Technician to join our team. The R&D Technician contributes to the development of new pharmaceutical products and/or the optimization of existing pharmaceutical products for the animal health market with the objectives to have the product in agreement with regulatory requirements.
Experience: Qualified candidates must possess, at a minimum, an Associate's Degree in Applied Science- Chemical Technology or equivalent with prior experience or a BS in Chemistry preferred. 2+ years of experience working in a development lab or chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturing facility preferred
Benefits: 13 Company paid Holidays; 5 personal days (prorated); 15 vacation days (prorated); 5 floating holidays (prorated); 6% 401k match; competitive pay and bonus opportunity; growth opportunities and hybrid schedules based on department and role within the department and much more!
Area of responsibility 1: [Formulation Research and Development Technical Expertise]
Main activities
Participate in the formulation of new pharmaceutical products for the animal health market Prepare and manufacture laboratory scale batches to evaluate initial stability of formulations; perform evaluation of physical parameters critical to the formula and report results Follow Good Documentation Practices (cGDP) in all activities and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) when applicable Participate in the review of relevant site procedures to ensure they reflect current practices Participate in planning and production of R&D batches using commercial-scale manufacturing equipment
Expected results: Provide R&D with materials suitable for stability and clinical trials and support efficient transition of products from R&D to commercial manufacturing
Area of responsibility 2: [Collaboration with Formulation R&D Team]
Main activities
Execute the procedures of batch manufacturing as provided by Formulation Scientists Provide observations and feedback to the Formulation R&D Team with the intention to strive for continuous site improvement
Expected results: Work with Formulation Scientists to successfully develop new formulations
Area of responsibility 3: [Facility management activities]
Main activities
Maintain, clean, and organize the formulation area in accordance with cGMPs Collaborate closely with maintenance department to manage facility and equipment in the formulation area Maintain equipment logs and track calibration and maintenance schedules Manage inventory of R&D materials Participate in packaging and shipping of samples for analysis
Expected results: Maintain R&D pilot scale area and equipment in a suitable fashion.
Profile
Requirements (Diploma and experience)
Associates Degree in Applied Science - Chemical Technology or equivalent with prior experience or BS in Chemistry preferred. Experience working in a development lab or chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturing facility preferred
Skills
Strong problem solving abilities and scientific mindset Ability to safely operate small-scale industrial equipment Knowledge of cGMP and cGDP Strong communication and collaboration skills Proficiency with the Google Workspace platform or equivalent
Virbac provides numerous career opportunities, thanks to the diversity of its jobs and their international dimension.
Joining Virbac means joining dynamic teams ambitious for success.
Add Your Talent to Ours!