Microbiology Lab Technologist: cGMP & QC Testing

Nutritional Supplement Manufacturer; California (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutritional Supplement Manufacturer in the United States is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory Technician to perform microbial testing and release of incoming materials and finished products. You will develop and maintain SOPs, operate and maintain lab equipment including microscope, autoclave, incubators, refrigerators, freezers and a biosafety cabinet, and support audits and investigations.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in science (microbiology preferred) and 1+ year of microbiology lab

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science; microbiology preferred.
• 1+ years of microbiology lab experience in a cGMP environment.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and microbiology principles.
• Experience with media preparation, growth promotion, microbial limits testing and water testing.
• Able to work independently and in a team with good interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Word, Excel and Outlook; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Performs microbial testing of raw materials and finished products and updates lab reports.
• Develops, modifies, and maintains SOPs and test methods for the Microbiology Laboratory.
• Operates and maintains instrumentation such as microscope, autoclave, incubators, and biosafety cabinet.
• Maintains all equipment in the Microbiology Laboratory with routine checks and calibration.
• Performs environmental monitoring of warehouse, manufacturing and retention areas.
• Schedules pickup of hazardous waste and assists in audits/inspections.
• Supports validation/verification efforts and preparation for inspections.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Microbiology principles

Media preparation

Growth promotion

Water testing

Teamwork

Independence

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Microbiology degree preferred

Tools

Microscope

Autoclave

Incubators

Refrigerators

Freezers

Biological safety cabinet

Microbiological incubation system

Job description

Nutritional Supplement Manufacturer in the United States is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory Technician to perform microbial testing and release of incoming materials and finished products. You will develop and maintain SOPs, operate and maintain lab equipment including microscope, autoclave, incubators, refrigerators, freezers and a biosafety cabinet, and support audits and investigations.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in science (microbiology preferred) and 1+ year of microbiology lab