QC Engineering Co-Op

bioMerieux Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental plans

Vision plans

Wellness programs

Job summary

BioMerieux Inc. is seeking a Co-Op to assist with QC testing of in-process samples and finished products and support quality assurance documentation functions. The role works under senior QC Technicians to ensure compliant products are released to customers.

You will perform basic microbiological/chemical tasks, contribute to data entry and reporting, and help with document control. This entry-level position offers exposure to a structured QA/QC environment in Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must be an active higher-education student required.
• Preferred majors: Biomedical, Biomedical Engineering, Health and Science; Nutrition & Foods; Culinary Arts & Sciences; Biological Sciences, Chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with QC testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Report nonconforming results to senior staff and assist investigations.
• Enter QC data, document results, and finalize batch records.
• Maintain consumables and samples in the QC lab.
• Assist QA with maintenance of documents and controlled documentation.
• Support continuous improvement by understanding specifications and procedures.

Skills

Microbiology

Pipetting

Teamwork

Communication

MS Word

Excel

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Active higher-education student

Preferred majors in science/biomedical fields

Job description

The Co-Op will be responsible for assisting with QC testing of in-process samples and finished products and assist with some quality assurance documentation functions.

Primary Duties

• Work under the supervision of senior Quality Control Technicians to perform QC testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished products, and ensure only compliant and quality products are released to our customers.
• Report nonconforming results to senior lab personnel and Quality Manager, and assist with any follow-up investigations.
• Complete QC testing data entry, document QC results, generate reports and finalize batch records.
• Maintain consumables including restocking as necessary and maintenance of samples required in the QC lab to perform QC testing.
• Assist QA functions as needed with maintenance of internal and external documents, and controlled documentation.
• Maintains thorough understanding of all specifications, requirements, and procedures and provides input regarding the continuous improvement of each.

Minimum Training, Education & Experience

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Must be an active higher-education student required
• Preferred Majors: Biomedical, Biomedical Engineering, Health and Science; Nutrition & Foods, Prof. Stud.; Culinary Arts & Sciences, Professional Studies, Culinary Science, Arts & Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry

Minimum time and type experience required for this position.

• Beginner - Limited or no previous work experience/first Co-op
• Intermediate - Some related work or volunteer experience/second Co-op
• Advanced - Previous related work experience/final Co-op

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Able to work in a dynamic, multi-tasking and cross-functional environment
• Must be able to perform basic microbiological/chemical functions like micro-pipetting, etc.
• Team-oriented and pro-active attitude; ability to communicate and interact effectively with management as well as lab personnel.
• Good organizational skills with keen attention to details.
• Ability to exercise good judgment within defined procedures and to recognize deviation from accepted practices
• Good computer skills, including; MS Word and Excel
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.

Approximate Hours Per Week: 40

The wage for this role based in Pennsylvania is $18.00/hour. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux's bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate's experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.

In addition, bioMerieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include:

• A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Various voluntary benefit offerings
• Discount programs
• Parental leaves

BioMerieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Please be advised that the receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant's identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, the retraction of an offer, or if already hired, dismissal. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation in BioMerieux's or its affiliates' application process by contacting us via telephone at [phone], by email at [email protected], or by dialing 711 for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS).