Lab Associate: Microbiology & GMP Testing

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. in Kinston, NC is seeking a laboratory specialist to perform routine and non-routine testing to support product release and plant operations. The role includes environmental monitoring, water testing, and material testing, with exposure to cGMP environments.

You will review data, support validations and method transfers, and assist with SOPs and audit readiness as part of a collaborative laboratory team.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of SOPs and safety policies.
• Experience in cGMP/pharmaceutical environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine product release testing (endotoxin, bioburden, particulates, silicone).
• Conduct environmental monitoring and water testing to support plant operations.
• Perform incoming material testing including growth promotion testing of culture media and biological indicators.
• Perform microbial identification using the WID-MID software®.
• Review laboratory data and support validation, method transfers, and project work.
• Assist in preparing SOPs, work instructions, and qualification documentation.
• Provide support during internal and external audits and ensure GMP compliance.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Verbal and written communication

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, or related science

Job description

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. in Kinston, NC is seeking a laboratory specialist to perform routine and non-routine testing to support product release and plant operations. The role includes environmental monitoring, water testing, and material testing, with exposure to cGMP environments.

You will review data, support validations and method transfers, and assist with SOPs and audit readiness as part of a collaborative laboratory team.