QC Microbiologist I - 2nd Shift

PCI WI LSNE Madison, LLC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services in Madison, WI is seeking a QC Microbiologist I to perform environmental monitoring of classified clean rooms and related tests. The role covers sampling, testing Water for Injection and purification systems, and documentation of results, with limited supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 3–5 years in a cGMP environment, and ability to gown for ISO-5 operations. Second shift hours apply with a 10% differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required; AS/BS in Microbiology or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a cGMP environment; relevant education may offset experience.
• Detail oriented with ability to multi-task and gown for ISO-5 environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine environmental monitoring of classified clean rooms.
• Monitor clean rooms during manufacturing and gown to ISO-5 standards.
• Sample and test Water for Injection and USP Purified Water systems; document plate reads.
• Write and execute protocols/experiments/SOPs with limited supervision.
• Review peers' work and SOP changes; assist investigations and complex protocols.
• Visually inspect media fill vials and plates; perform general lab maintenance.
• Train staff in routine processes and support production schedule requirements.

Skills

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Gowning ISO-5

Education

High school Diploma/GED or equivalent

AS or BS in Microbiology or related field preferred

Job description

Life changing therapies.Global impact.Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.We are PCI.Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow.Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Summary

The QC Microbiologist I conducts sampling and testing of production environments, and/or facility clean utilities, as per approved procedures.Performs Lab work and other tasks as assigned by management.

2nd Shift: Hours: 4PM-12:30AM *eligible for 10% pay differential

Responsibilities

• Perform routine Environmental Monitoring of the classified clean rooms
• Monitor classified clean rooms during manufacturing operations, must gown qualify
• Sample and test the Water for Injection System, USP Purified Water systems and Clean Steam systems; perform and document plate reads for all environmental and utility testing with minimal supervision
• Write and execute protocols/experiments/SOPs under limited supervision
• Reviews work of peers and SOP document changes under limited supervision
• May assist senior staff in preparation of investigations, reports and execution of complex protocols
• Visual inspection of media fill vials and plates
• Perform general lab maintenance/housekeeping
• Training of staff in routine processes
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school Diploma, GED, or equivalent credential required; AS degree or BS degree in Microbiology or related scientific field preferred
• 3-5 years’ experience in a cGMP environment; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to gown to work in an ISO-5 environment
• Ability to work varied hours as required by the production schedule

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies.We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level.We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.

Why work for PCI Pharma Services?At PCI, we have an uncompromising focus on providing quality and operational excellence and providing the industry leading customer experience.Our people make all of this happen, so providing an industry leading experience for our people is equally as important.By creating an authentic culture of purposeful work, we aspire to be an interesting and fulfilling place for talented individuals to grow careers.We live a philosophy of intentional learning combined with real-life experience supported by a fair and competitive rewards program.We are individuals, teams and a company that believes in our purpose and our approach is simple, the people who work at PCI fuel our business; we don’t say no, we figure out how.