Microbiology Technician

Smiths Medical; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Microbiology Technician to ensure the quality of ICU Medical products through rigorous microbiology testing and environmental monitoring. This role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of sterilization processes and requires a strong background in laboratory practices. Candidates will thrive in a collaborative environment, utilizing their organizational and communication skills to manage lab tasks effectively. If you're passionate about quality in the medical field and eager to contribute to a team focused on excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Technical knowledge in the field required.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring of assembly areas.
• Collect and ship samples for testing.
• Investigate test results and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Experience testing medical devices

Education

Associate Degree

Experience in medical device industry-based Laboratory

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Position Summary

This Microbiology Technician is responsible for performing microbiology testing for all ICU Medical products and sterilization processes.

This position is 100% onsite at our Dublin, OH manufacturing facility.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs environmental monitoring of all assembly areas per written procedure. Review and approve test data against alert and limits.
• Collects and ships representative samples of finished products for bioburden and endotoxin testing, as well as for dose audits for gamma products. Ships to approved testing labs as per written procedures.
• Investigate test results; determine possible causes for failure and recommend possible corrective action. Record results of testing on log and appropriate forms.
• Collects and reviews documents provided by the EO and gamma sterilizers and perform load or run releases according to site procedures. If needed, prepare biological indicators for use in sterilization.
• Laboratory maintenance tasks such as glassware cleaning, autoclaving materials, counting plates and gram staining.
• Manages lab consumables used in the Microbiology lab, as well as receives invoices through Oracle for timely invoice payment.
• Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Computer proficiency and adaptability working with a variety of databases, word processing, spreadsheet, etc.
• Ability to work in a team environment with shifting priorities and requirements.
• Previous experience testing medical devices a plus
• Good organizational and communication skills required

Education and Experience

• Must be 18 years of age
• Associate Degree desired or experience in medical device industry-based Laboratory for at least a year.
• Technical knowledge in the field required. Knowledge of physical sciences, laboratory equipment.
• Laboratory experience in industry-based setting or university laboratory experience is also is preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
• Work may be performed in a clean room environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 25 pounds
• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time