QC Microbiologist I - 1st Shift, Growth & Benefits

Lifecore Biomedical, Inc.; Chaska, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance plans

HSAs with company contribution

Dental and vision insurance

PTO with growth to 4 weeks

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. is seeking a QC Microbiologist I for the 1st shift in Chaska, MN. The role ensures accurate, reproducible QC testing for manufacturing, with opportunities to advance through the company’s development culture.

Responsibilities include in-process, final, and raw material testing, documentation and data analysis, and cleanroom/gowning maintenance. Starting salary ranges from $57,000 to $61,000 with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BS in Microbiology or related life science.
• Experience in GMP lab applications.
• Basic understanding of biological technology and methodology.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as function effectively as a team member.
• Proven ability to maintain a high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing on in-process product, final product, and raw materials for routine testing, validation testing, and stability testing.
• Communicate results through appropriate documentation and batch records, statistical analysis and trending.
• Acquire and maintain cleanroom and gowning qualification which include maintaining proper hygiene and meeting physical challenges (balance, flexibility, etc.) that are involved in the gowning process.
• Maintain awareness of and perform all support activities necessary for cleanroom work.

Skills

GMP lab applications

Attention to detail

Independence & teamwork

Biology knowledge

Education

BS in Microbiology or related life science

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. is seeking a QC Microbiologist I for the 1st shift in Chaska, MN. The role ensures accurate, reproducible QC testing for manufacturing, with opportunities to advance through the company’s development culture.

Responsibilities include in-process, final, and raw material testing, documentation and data analysis, and cleanroom/gowning maintenance. Starting salary ranges from $57,000 to $61,000 with benefits and growth opportunities.