QC Microbiologist

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Page Mechanical Group, Inc. is seeking a laboratory technician to perform routine microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process bulk, and finished products, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SOPs and ISO 17025:2017.

The role covers testing for pathogens (E. coli, Listeria, Salmonella, Staphylococcus), counting TYMC and TAMC, probiotic viability, instrument maintenance (GENE Up, TEMPO, BAX), and strict data integrity and biosafety adherence.

Qualifications

• Experience performing routine microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process bulk, and finished products.
• Familiarity with ISO 17025:2017 requirements and SOP adherence.
• Strong attention to data integrity and laboratory safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Test raw materials, stability samples and finished products for pathogens (E. coli, Listeria, Salmonella, Staphylococcus).
• Determine counts for TYMC and TAMC.
• Test for Aflatoxins and probiotic viability.
• Document routine maintenance on instruments (GENE Up, TEMPO instruments, BAX).
• Execute general lab testing such as DT, pH, moisture.
• Ensure that the annual qualification and calibration of Micro instruments is performed.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and documentation (SDS, Certificates of Analysis, etc).
• Adhere to all Biosafety practices and regulations.
• Assist in Environmental monitoring testing.
• Prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Communicate testing status, results, and technical concerns.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Tools

GENE Up

TEMPO instruments

BAX

Job description

This position is responsible for performing routine microbiological testing of raw materials, in-

process bulk and finished products accuracy and compliance with established test methods, SOPs, safety guidelines and

adherence to ISO 17025:2017 requirements.

Test raw materials, stability samples and finished products for pathogens (E. coli, Listeria, Salmonella, Staphylococcus)

• - Determine counts for Yeast & Mold (TYMC) and the Total Aerobic Microbial Count (TAMC)
• - Test for Aflatoxins and probiotic viability
• - Document routine maintenance on instruments (GENE Up, TEMPO instruments, BAX, etc.)
• - Execute general Lab testing such as DT, pH, moisture, etc.
• - Ensure that the annual qualification and calibration of Micro instruments is performed
• - Assist in maintaining inventory and documentation (SDS, Certificates of Analysis, etc) for consumables, reagents, kits,
• etc.
• - Adhere to all Biosafety practices and regulations.
• - Assist in Environmental monitoring testing
• - Prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• - Communicate effectively regarding testing status, results, and technical concerns
• - Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and data integrity standards
• - Perform other related duties as assigned