Onsite QC Microbiology Specialist – 1st Shift

Spectraforce; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce is seeking a QC Microbiology Laboratory Associate for our Round Lake, IL facility. The role focuses on microbial testing and environmental monitoring across drug delivery and penicillin lines, with emphasis on data integrity and regulatory compliance.

You will prepare media, operate LIMS and instruments, and help maintain a safe, organized lab while supporting investigations and root-cause analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or biological science with minimum of 2 years experience in a laboratory setting.
• Must not be allergic to Penicillin and Cephalosporin or related products.
• Familiarity with FDA, QSR and cGMP regulations preferred.
• Proficient in LIMS and laboratory data recording.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct microbial analyses on raw materials, in-process, and finished products.
• Perform routine facility environmental monitoring (surfaces, air, particulates).
• Prepare media and reagents used in the laboratory.
• Operate instruments (particle counters, pH meter, SAS) and record data in LIMS.
• Monitor inventory and stock supplies; order and receive items as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe lab area and perform housekeeping.
• Investigate nonconformances with data review and root-cause analysis.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, FDA, QSR and cGMP requirements.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to other lab tasks.
• Work in both Drug Delivery and Penicillin facilities as needed.

Skills

Microbiology basics

Aseptic technique

LIMS proficiency

Data review

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or biological sciences

Tools

LIMS

pH meter

Autoclave

Particle counters

SAS

Job description

Spectraforce is seeking a QC Microbiology Laboratory Associate for our Round Lake, IL facility. The role focuses on microbial testing and environmental monitoring across drug delivery and penicillin lines, with emphasis on data integrity and regulatory compliance.

You will prepare media, operate LIMS and instruments, and help maintain a safe, organized lab while supporting investigations and root-cause analyses.