QC Microbiologist II - Fast-Paced Lab Impact & Growth

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day 1

Paid volunteerism

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Pay: Depends on experience

Job summary

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) is seeking a QC Microbiologist II to support quality control and assurance in a fast-paced biotech environment. The role focuses on environmental monitoring, water testing, and client-specific testing on first shift (6:00 am–3:00 pm, Monday to Friday).

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Microbiology, 2–4 years of related experience, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field.
• 2–4 years of related work experience.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of quality principles in pharma/biotech settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform sampling and testing of critical utilities to support manufacturing.
• Environmental Monitoring of isolator and supporting areas.
• Bioburden and endotoxin testing on client materials and products.
• Data entry and trending of microbiological results.
• Train QC microbiology technicians and microbiologists.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and calibration.
• Handle lab maintenance and supply stocking.
• Prepare reagents, standards, media, and isolates for identification.
• Draft Environmental Investigation Reports and Laboratory Investigation Reports.
• Revise Test Methods and SOPs.
• Ensure GMP compliance and aseptic conduct.
• Maintain GMP logbooks and documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Quality principles

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field

Job description

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) is seeking a QC Microbiologist II to support quality control and assurance in a fast-paced biotech environment. The role focuses on environmental monitoring, water testing, and client-specific testing on first shift (6:00 am–3:00 pm, Monday to Friday).

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Microbiology, 2–4 years of related experience, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.