Microbiology Analyst I

Complete Laboratory Solutions; Ros Muc; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS) is seeking dedicated microbiology staff to join our Ireland-based team. You will work under the Microbiology Lab Supervisor to perform microbiological testing and ensure compliance with safety policies and cGMP.

The role involves hands-on testing (Filtration, Colilert, Pour Plate, Product testing), accurate record-keeping in the LIMS, supporting validation activities, and contributing to Right First Time KPIs, waste control, and lab maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Work as directed by the Microbiology Lab Supervisor according to safety policies and cGMP.
• Perform microbiological testing including Filtration, Colilert, Pour Plate and Product testing.
• Ensure results are recorded in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Investigate out of specification results according to site procedures.
• Complete testing documentation / LIMS and ensure Right First Time KPIs are achieved.
• Stock control within Micro laboratory.
• Support validation activities e.g. BIs and Cleaning verification.
• Maintain laboratory SOPs and specifications in a state of compliance.
• Assist with out of specification investigations.
• Assist the Quality Manager with the verification of equipment.
• Waste control and maintenance of the laboratory and of the Lab cleaning schedule.
• Performing any other activities as indicated by the Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor.
• Support the Lean Laboratory program within the Microbiology Laboratory.
• Ability to perform repetitive testing.

Job description

Overview

CLS is currently going through an unprecedented and exciting period of growth and development and is looking for dedicated, solutions driven team members with a flexible approach, who want to be part of the company’s continued success.

Founded in 1994, Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS) is the highest accredited contract laboratory in Ireland, providing industry-leading sampling and analysis; and fully trained micro and analytical analysts on contract to clients in the food, environmental, medical device, biopharmaceutical, and pharmaceutical sectors.

We offer bespoke managed service solutions that give clients the option of having our expert team on-site at their own facility or outsourcing those services to us here at CLS.

Key Responsibilities

• Working as directed by the Microbiology Lab Supervisor according to Company safety policies, cGMP.
• Performing microbiological testing including Filtration, Colilert, Pour Plate and Product testing.
• Ensuring results are recorded in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Ensuring that any out of specification results are investigated according to site procedures.
• Completion of testing documentation / LIMS and ensuring Right First Time KPIs are achieved.
• Stock control within Micro laboratory.
• Support of validation activity e.g. (BI's and Cleaning verification)
• Maintaining laboratory SOPs and specifications in a state of compliance.
• Assisting with out of specification investigations.
• Assisting the Quality Manager with the verification of equipment.
• Waste control and maintenance of the laboratory and of the Lab cleaning schedule.
• Performing any other activities as indicated by the Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor.
• Support the Lean Laboratory program within the Microbiology Laboratory.
• Ability to perform repetitive testing.

Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS) is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equal workplace where everyone is treated with respect and given the opportunity to succeed. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background, gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.