QC Microbiologist

Vitality Works; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account

401(k) match

Job summary

Vitality Works in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a QC Microbiologist to conduct microbiological analyses of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. This experienced role requires knowledge of quality control systems, methods, and procedures.

You will perform environmental monitoring, own out-of-spec investigations, review data for compliance, and support investigations and customer complaints. The position includes GMP/GLP awareness and routine instrumentation maintenance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience and a BS degree in Microbiology or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant experience and a MS.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Working knowledge of GMPs and GLPs for testing pertaining to the Dietary Supplement environment is required.
• Proficiency in general Microbiology techniques such as plate streaking, aseptic technique, and interpretation of microbiological results.
• Working knowledge of pharmacopoeia and regulatory requirements for testing and validation pertaining to the dietary/herbal supplement industry is required.
• Investigation skills, report writing skills.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a production environment.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for microbiological testing of raw materials, intermediates, and/or finished product samples.
• Support routine Environmental Monitoring activities including room monitoring, utility monitoring, and allergen/protein testing.
• Owns the OOS process that pertains to microbiological testing and analysis.
• Reviews data and results of testing to ensure compliance to appropriate specifications.
• Assisting investigating non-conforming products and disposition.
• Assist with investigations and pertinent customer complaints and submit findings to QC/QA manager.
• Orders supplies and assigns expiry to incoming materials, tracks requisitions and reconciles against incoming materials.
• Writes and executes protocols for the qualification and re-qualification of new and current instrumentation as applicable.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation/test methods.
• Staying abreast of regulatory changes related to the industry.
• May serve as a technical resource relating to Microbiology within the department as well as cross functionally.
• Assisting as needed in all other aspects of the QC department.
• Other duties as assigned by the QC manager.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Aseptic technique

Data interpretation

Microsoft Office

Education

BS in Microbiology or equivalent

MS in Microbiology

Job description

At Vitality Works, we know your power comes from your overall well-being and the well-being of your family. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health of you and your family.

Position Summary:

As a QC Microbiologist, you will be mainly responsible for conducting microbiological analyses for raw materials, intermediates, and finished product samples according to written procedures. This is a more experienced position requiring sound knowledge of quality control systems, methods, and procedures.

Position Responsibilities:

• Accountable for microbiological testing of raw materials, intermediates, and/or finished product samples as required by the procedure so that manufacturing activities are not impacted.
• Support routine Environmental Monitoring activities including room monitoring, utility monitoring, and allergen/protein testing.
• Owns the OOS process that pertains to microbiological testing and analysis.
• Reviews data and results of testing to ensure compliance to appropriate specifications.
• Assisting investigating non-conforming products and disposition.
• Assist with investigations and pertinent customer complaints and submit findings to QC/QA manager.
• Orders supplies and assigns expiry to incoming materials, tracks requisitions and reconciles against incoming materials.
• Writes and executes protocols for the qualification and re-qualification of new and current instrumentation as applicable.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation/test methods.
• Follows technology changes, recommends new technologies, purchase and implement if appropriate.
• Staying abreast of regulatory changes related to the industry.
• May serve as a technical resource relating to Microbiology within the department as well as cross functionally.
• Assisting as needed in all other aspects of the QC department.
• Other duties as assigned by the QC manager.

Skills & Requirements:

• 4+ years of relevant experience and a BS degree in Microbiology or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant experience and a MS.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) for testing pertaining to the Dietary Supplement environment is required.

Proficiency in general Microbiology techniques such as plate streaking, aseptic technique, and interpretation of microbiological results.

• Working knowledge of pharmacopoeia and regulatory requirements for testing and validation pertaining to the dietary/herbal supplement industry is required.
• Investigation skills, report writing skills.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a production environment.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Vitality Works is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Able to sit for long periods of time.
• Position will require some walking, standing and sitting.
• Some lifting of at least 50 pounds on occasion may be required.

As a part of our family, your benefit offerings include:

• Highly Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Benefits: Basic Life/AD&D, STD/LTD, & Employee Assistance Program paid by Vitality Works, Voluntary Supplemental Life/AD&D, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Work/Life Balance: Sick Leave, Vacation Time & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 3% contributed plus an additional 50% up to 5%
• Group Voluntary Benefits 2 FREE Supplements
• Amazing on-campus gym/basketball courts/walking paths
• Referral Bonus Program

Vitality Works mission is to create efficacious and therapeutic herbal, vitamin and nutraceutical supplements to help people get and stay well. While the FDA defines minimum quality, we strive for the highest level of quality. Vitality Works also operates in an environmentally sustainable way, recycling, composting, reducing energy and water consumption in a conscientious way. Our dedicated and passionate employees strive to produce amazing products in an uncompromising yet affordable way so that these products are affordable and effective.

Salary/Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 per year