Micro Lab Technician

Kutol Products Company; Sharonville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer specializing in hand soaps and sanitizers is seeking a Micro Lab Technician for the 3rd shift. This role involves quality control tasks related to microbiological testing and requires a Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or a related discipline. The company values stability and offers a supportive environment with competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

401K plan

Profit-sharing opportunities

Stable work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of work experience in a micro or medical lab setting.
• Strong math and reasoning skills, detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic microbiological testing using USP agar methods.
• Analyze data for trends and author standard operating procedures.
• Review and approve laboratory data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Communication skills

Logical thinking

Organization

Education

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology

Tools

Microbiological testing apparatus

Computer-based software

Job description

Micro Lab Technician 3rd Shift

Work Schedule 10:30pm - 6:30am, the 5 day work week begins on Sunday night

$22/hour, plus $1.00/hour shift differential

Allow me to introduce you to Kutol Products Company, we are a thriving hand soap and hand sanitizer manufacturer operating out of our Silver LEED Certified facility in Sharonville, Ohio. We process and package both cosmetic and drug formulas that work with our proprietary dispensing systems across the country and beyond. We are currently seeking a Micro Lab Technician to join us in our purpose of providing“Clean Hands for a Healthy World.”

Our Micro Lab Technicians perform quality control tasks in relation to all microbiological testing in accordance with internal SOP’s, FDA and cGMP requirements.

The varied duties of this role allow team members to grow their skills, responsibilities of this position include:

• Perform aseptic microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process materials and finished products using USP agar methods and in compliance with SOP’s and GMP regulations.
• Maintain the use of live microbiological agents and cultures and perform growth promotion in accordance with USP and SOP requirements.
• Maintain the Micro Lab in accordance with SOP’s.
• Collect and analyze samples for environmental monitoring such as USP Purified water, soft water, air and equipment.
• Evaluate data for trends and author standard operating procedures and microbiological test methods.
• Perform administrative duties to document work and lab investigations as necessary.
• Review and approve laboratory data.
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain instrumentation for product testing.
• Assist in maintaining ample supplies in the micro lab and assist with inventory management.
• Back-up or assist QC personnel as needed in the Quality Control Laboratory.
• Assists in Out of Spec investigations, deviations and CAPA’s
• Communicate to other shifts as needed concerning special microbiological testing and any pertinent issues.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Education/ Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology or closely related discipline
• Minimum 1 year of work experience in micro or medical lab setting

Knowledge/Skills & Ability

• Ability to apply principles of logic or scientific thinking to practical problems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data and follow SOP’s
• Strong math and reasoning skills – detail oriented and well organized
• Communication skills including effective written and verbal communication.
• Working knowledge of various testing apparatus.
• Proficiency in applicable computer-based software and programs.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Hand-eye coordination (computers)
• Combination: sit – 25% stand/walk – 75%
• Able to effectively balance and prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, and interruptions simultaneously.
• Lifting: Infrequent up to 40 pounds.

As a company, we offer stability in a thriving industry and an environment that emphasizes our core values of respect, honesty and fairness. 3rd Shift Micro Lab Technician hours are 10:30pm - 6:30am, the work week begins on Sunday night. Starting pay for qualified candidates is $22/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential with a review and raise after 3 months, on your one year anniversary and annually thereafter. Kutol's benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401K and more including profit-sharing when we succeed as a team.

Our TeamMates enjoy working at Kutol because of our shared-fate environment and stability as an established 100+ year old local company. Please note, we are a drug free & tobacco free workplace. Apply now and see why Kutol is a fantastic place to work!