Microbiologist

Voyant Beauty in; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Voyant Beauty is seeking a microbiology-focused professional to ensure safety and quality in pharmaceutical testing. You will perform microbial analyses on raw materials and finished products, review SOPs and reports, and support method validations in a GMP environment.

The role emphasizes data analysis, risk assessment, and adherence to regulatory standards. Strong documentation and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology or related field (5+ years equivalent experience) required.
• 1-3 years GMP manufacturing microbiology experience preferred.
• Proficiency in microbial testing, data analysis, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and non-conformance investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts microbial analysis of raw materials and finished products.
• Prepares and reviews microbiology documentation, SOPs and reports.
• Performs method suitability, preservative efficacy testing and cleaning validations.
• Performs environmental monitoring sampling and trend analysis of production areas.
• Investigates and addresses non-conformance issues.

Skills

Microbial testing

Data analysis

Laboratory safety standards

Report preparation

Microbiological documentation

Regulatory compliance

Non-conformance investigation

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Quality control procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology or related field

Certified Microbiologist (CM) or similar

Job description

Voyant Beauty believes our people are more than just employees; they're the driving force behind everything we achieve. Our culture fosters teamwork, respect, and camaraderie, ensuring that every individual's contribution is valued and celebrated. We invest in their growth, providing opportunities for development and advancement within our dynamic team.

Voyant Beauty is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing, of beauty, personal and home care products. We work with various brands, retailers, and businesses to create customer formulations and products tailored to their needs. This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially, Voyant Beauty serves as a one-stop-shop for companies looking to bring their beauty and personal care product ideas to life.

Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, ensuring a safe and secure environment where everyone can thrive and excel.

If you're seeking to be part of a team where your talents are valued, your safety is paramount, and your efforts contribute to meaningful change, then Voyant Beauty is the place for you. Come join us and be a part of our journey.

A Brief Overview

This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety and quality of pharmaceutical products through diligent microbial analysis of raw materials and finished products, alongside strict adherence to regulatory and safety standards in laboratory operations. Critical methods are developed and validated for microbial testing to support product integrity.

What you will do

• Conducts microbial analysis of raw materials and finished products.
• Prepares and reviews microbiological documentation, SOPs and reports.
• Performs test method suitability, preservative efficacy testing and cleaning validations.
• Performs environmental monitoring sampling, trending (Water/Air/Equipment) of production areas
• Investigates and addresses non-conformance issues.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Microbiology or related field/ equivalent work experience (5+years) (Required)

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years in a GMP manufacturing microbiology environment (Preferred)

Skills and Abilities

• Microbial testing (High proficiency)
• Data analysis (High proficiency)
• Laboratory safety standards (High proficiency)
• Report preparation (High proficiency)
• Microbiological documentation (High proficiency)
• Regulatory compliance (High proficiency)
• Non-conformance investigation (Medium proficiency)
• Laboratory equipment maintenance (Medium proficiency)
• Quality control procedures (Medium proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Microbiologist (CM) or similar (Preferred)

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. Voyant Beauty will consider requests for accommodations due to a disability impacting a qualified employee's ability to perform the essential functions of their position consistent with applicable laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Voyant Beauty complies with applicable provincial and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.