Laboratory Technician 1
Prairie Holdings
Summary
Lab Technician I will assist in the production of viral vaccines and related work in our Sioux Center, IA lab facilities.
Job description
Summary
Lab Technician I will assist in the production of viral vaccines and related work in our Sioux Center, IA lab facilities.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with performing aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest (including adherent cells, suspension cells and primary cells harvested from chicken embryos), filling vaccines, etc.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in an efficient and accurate manner.
- Concurrent record keeping related to all pertinent documentation.
- Prepare, clean, and sterilize glassware and equipment for use.
- Successfully and accurately communicate results to supervisor.
- Demonstrate and promote safe lab practices in all areas of work.
- Act within the guidelines established by company policy.
- Understand and work with regulatory guidelines established by the USDA.
- All other duties as assigned.
Work Environment
Fast-paced work environment. Team-centric lab. Able to lift up to 50lbs on occasion. Noise level in production lab is typically moderate.
Education
High School diploma or GED. Aseptic technique and clean room experience preferred but not required.
Important Qualities
- Able to communicate effectively and promote a team environment.
- Recognize problems and assess solutions.
- Able to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
- Ability to read, write and comprehend information and to effectively convey information to colleagues at various levels.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Aseptic technique and clean room experience preferred but not required
- Able to lift up to 50lbs on occasion
- Ability to read, write and comprehend information
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
- Able to communicate effectively and promote a team environment
- Recognize problems and assess solutions
- Able to prioritize projects and meet deadlines
Company overview
Prairie Holdings Group, founded in 1994 by veterinarians Wayne Freese and Craig Pfeifer in Worthington, Minnesota, has evolved from a small veterinary practice into a comprehensive agribusiness hub specializing in animal health biotechnology. The company operates as a diversified holding group encompassing multiple enterprises focused on food animal production, veterinary medicine, and livestock health solutions. Their core businesses include Veterinary Medical Center, Prairie Livestock Supply, Cambridge Technologies (a custom vaccine manufacturer), Ani-Logics Outdoors, and specialized nutrition divisions for pigs and cattle. The company has developed expertise in autogenous biologics and diagnostics through Newport Laboratories, providing customized vaccine solutions for livestock producers. Serving clients across 40 U.S. states and several Canadian provinces, Prairie Holdings Group combines veterinary expertise with advanced biotechnology to address animal health challenges in modern agriculture. Their integrated approach spans from veterinary care and nutritional supplements to advanced vaccine development and livestock supply services.