Senior QC Microbiology Technician

Sekisui Diagnostics; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sekisui Diagnostics in Maidstone, UK, is seeking a QC Technician III (Microbiology) to join the QC department on a full-time basis. You will perform inspections, check testing and sampling for manufacturing processes, assist with validation or troubleshooting of testing methods and work across QC Microbiology labs and GMP cleanrooms.

The successful candidate will have aseptic technique experience, microbiology lab knowledge, and strong IT skills.

Qualifications

• 8 years relevant work experience or associate degree with 3-5 years relevant work experience or Bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years relevant experience preferred.
• Proficient in aseptic technique and experience of working in a QC Microbiology laboratory.
• Familiarity with sampling within production and cleanrooms.
• Diligent with a meticulous approach and strong attention to detail.
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good planning, organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience in Kaizen/Lean/Sigma is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, check testing and sampling procedures for product manufacturing processes.
• Carry out packaging line, manufacturing inspections and sampling/testing of incoming components and raw materials to meet company standards.
• Assist with validating or troubleshooting testing methods and assays.
• Conduct microbiological environmental sampling (active/passive air, surface bioburden, non-viable particulates).
• Sample and test site utilities (purified water, compressed gases, pure steam) and perform microbial testing including bioburden assessment.
• Maintain accurate records in line with GMP/ALCOA; ensure equipment, media, chemicals and consumables are stocked and calibrated.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Quality control

Microbiology

Analytical skills

IT skills

Planning & time management

Kaizen/Lean/Sigma

GMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Sekisui Diagnostics in Maidstone, UK, is seeking a QC Technician III (Microbiology) to join the QC department on a full-time basis. You will perform inspections, check testing and sampling for manufacturing processes, assist with validation or troubleshooting of testing methods and work across QC Microbiology labs and GMP cleanrooms.

The successful candidate will have aseptic technique experience, microbiology lab knowledge, and strong IT skills.