Microbiology Technician, 3rd Shift

Simtra BioPharma Solutions; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Microbiology Technician to join their team. This entry-level position is perfect for those passionate about microbiology and eager to contribute to quality assurance in a dynamic laboratory environment. You will be responsible for sampling controlled environments, processing samples, and ensuring compliance with stringent quality standards. This innovative firm offers a supportive atmosphere where you can grow your skills and make a meaningful impact on the development of life-changing medicines. Join a team committed to excellence and continuous improvement in the pharmaceutical sector.

Benefits

Medical & Dental Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Education Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a high school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in microbiology preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sampling and processing of samples in the microbiology lab.
• Document and maintain compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Aseptic technique

Data entry

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

JDE

BPLM

Pilgrim

Trackwise

Job description

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide. As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra. We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging. Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

This role:

The Microbiology Technician is an entry-level position in the Microbiology lab. This position works independently to perform routine sampling and process samples in support of the Microbiology department. This position reports to a Microbiology Supervisor.

The third shift is Sunday through Thursday 10:00pm to 6:30am.

The responsibilities:

• Samples controlled environments per the sampling Master Plan utilizing aseptic technique.
• Documents and processes samples in a Laboratory environment.
• Performs real time risk assessments of the manufacturing areas and process.
• Accurately distinguishes and counts microbial recoveries (mold and bacteria).
• Enters data into Laboratory Information Management System.
• Maintains data integrity and ensures compliance with company standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and worldwide regulatory requirements.
• Will be required to recognize non-conformances.

Desired qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience preferred.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and the ability to use enterprise software (examples include: JDE, BPLM, Pilgrim, Trackwise, LIMS etc.).
• Must be able to communicate well.

Physical / Safety Requirements:

• Must be able to gown qualify for Grade A/B area.
• The position sometimes requires extended periods of standing.
• Must be able to wear applicable Personal Protective Equipment.
• Duties may require overtime work, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Use of hands and fingers to manipulate office and laboratory equipment is required.
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
• Must be able to qualify for 20/25 corrected vision and pass color blindness test.

In return, you’ll be eligible for:

• Medical & Dental Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match.
• Time Off Program including Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and more.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job. It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.