Microbiology QC Technician: Aseptic Testing & Compliance

AMERICAN REGENT, INC.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN REGENT, INC. in Columbus, OH, is seeking a microbiology quality control professional to perform QC tests in a lab environment.

You will plan daily workloads, conduct microbiological testing of materials and products using aseptic techniques, and ensure documentation adheres to cGMP and safety standards. The role requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and willingness to learn aseptic techniques, with strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Academic or industry lab experience in microbiology preferred.
• Willing to learn aseptic techniques and behavior.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of MS-Office software and PC.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily workload to meet laboratory requirements.
• Microbiological testing of raw materials, finished product, and components using aseptic technique.
• Gram stain, microbial identification, LAL, environmental monitoring, growth promotion, microbial limits, and water testing.
• Logging, reading, and recording samples and data per cGMP and applicable compliance requirements.
• Perform media preparation and glassware preparation.
• Operate autoclaves.
• Communicate discrepancies to management upon discovery.
• Conduct chart readings daily and weekly; document findings.
• Ensure all work is documented per company policies, cGMP, health and safety requirements.
• Calibration, performance verification of small laboratory instruments.

Skills

Good work ethic

Overtime availability

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Lab experience in microbiology

Tools

MS-Office

Job description

AMERICAN REGENT, INC. in Columbus, OH, is seeking a microbiology quality control professional to perform QC tests in a lab environment.

You will plan daily workloads, conduct microbiological testing of materials and products using aseptic techniques, and ensure documentation adheres to cGMP and safety standards. The role requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and willingness to learn aseptic techniques, with strong attention to detail and communication skills.