Position Title: USA-Biological Harvest I (PSN)
Work Location: Swiftwater, PA
Assignment Duration: 12 Months
Work Schedule: 1st Shift (6:00 am to 2:30 pm)

Description:

• Eggs are removed from an egg cold box and staged at one (B37) or two (B59) egg harvesting machine(s).
• A loader will be responsible for unloading 136 egg trays from the egg cart into the harvesting machine at a quick rate per tray.
• A candler will be responsible for inspecting the eggs at a quick rate per tray.
• A filler will be responsible for replacing the reject eggs with good eggs.
• After the eggs are de-capped, an inspector is responsible for inspecting the eggs at an inspection station.
• Tray and cart washer functions:
• Responsible for collecting, stacking and loading clean egg trays on to a cart then transport the clean trays to a staging are in a fast past environment.Responsible for removing clean egg carts from two cart washers and deliver carts to the inoculation area.
• At times trays will be washed on the carts and these trays will need to be unloaded, stacked and stored in another cart then delivered to a staging area outside of harvest in a fast pace environment.
• All areas have a rotation that will need to be followed which includes gowning requirements per cGMP procedures.
• Responsible for disassembling and cleaning the harvest equipment at the completion of production.
• Equipment utilized during cleaning:Respirator Bump capKnee padsTyvek jumpsuit Goggles Two pairs of glovesSleeves
• When cleaning has been completed the equipment is reassembled for use.
• All tasks are strictly timed and the operator is responsible for meeting the time requirements, in a fast paced environment.

Requirements:

• Able to safely move carts on wheels which may weigh up to 800 pounds
• Must be able to perform all physical requirements, including reaching, twisting bending, squatting, repetitive motion, and lifting 30+ lbs.
• Must be able to be on feet for entire 8-10 hour shift
• Pass respirator fit test
• Able and willing to work in a sterile environment, wearing scrubs, hair and beard covers, surgical mask, gloves and sleeves.
• Able to follow directions and comply with cGMP Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Clean various machines before, during and after production
• Basic computer skillsHours for each position may vary. All positions require employees to stay until a job is completed.
• Every employee must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime if necessary.
• Days off may not be consecutive and may vary from week to week (rotating schedule).
• Working hours are subject to change based on production demand.
• Employees may be required to take set days off in the middle of the week or work a rotating schedule.All antigen positions involve the production of active viruses.
• While risk of exposure is minimal, vaccinations are required for all areas, including Flu, Menactra, and Yellow Fever pending area assignment. Jewelry and makeup are not allowed on the floor.
• Perfume, hairspray, cologne, aftershave and/or any scents are not permitted.
• Artificial nails and nail polish are not allowed.
• The attire includes (but is not limited to) sterile scrubs, hairnets, beard covers, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and in some areas Tyvek suits.

Years of Experience: 0 - 3 Years 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 19.00/hr.