QC Microbiology Technician

Union Agener; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

401(k) Plan + Company Match

Vacation + End of Year Vacation

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Union Agener in Augusta, Georgia is seeking a laboratory technician. The role involves preparation of microbiological media, monitoring various systems, and performing environmental testing. Candidates should have a B.S. degree in biological sciences or equivalent experience, with 1-2 years of laboratory experience preferred. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team are essential. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of laboratory experience.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of media and reagents for microbiological testing.
• Utility monitoring for various systems.
• Environmental monitoring of clean room areas.
• Product testing including bioburden and sterility testing.

Skills

Good communication and organizational skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to handle chemicals, bacteria, and biohazards

Ability to work 12 hour shifts

Education

B.S. Degree in a biological science or equivalent experience

Job description

• Preparation of media and reagents for microbiological testing
• Utility monitoring (Water for injection system, Purified water system, Cooling tower water system, Glycol system, Clean steam system, Clean air system, Clean nitrogen system, Process air system)
• Environmental monitoring of clean room areas [Non-viable air monitoring (includes biohoods, aseptic filling areas, and isolators), Viable air monitoring (includes biohoods, aseptic filling areas, and isolators), and Viable surface monitoring (includes biohoods, aseptic filling areas, and isolators)].
• Biocontainment monitoring (Fermentation, Purification, and Isolation) (Viable air monitoring, Viable surface monitoring, and Phage monitoring)
• Assists in the timely initiation of any environmental non-conformance (action limit) and alert limit reports for product-related issues
• Product testing (Bioburden testing, Sterility testing, and Endotoxin testing)
• Bioprocess support (Pre-inoculation bioburden, In-process fermentation, and In-process and final bioburden screening)
• Laboratory maintenance (Stock culture maintenance, Media performance testing, Equipment maintenance and calibration, Data and records maintenance, and Procedure and method reviews)
• Assists in the maintenance of laboratory requirements, including reagents and supplies.
• Performs all activities in a safe and conscientious manner. Maintains a clean environment and assists with periodic lab clean-ups, and moving of equipment and laboratory supplies
• Able to handle change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualification (education, experience and/or training, required certifications):

Education:

• B.S. Degree in a biological science preferred or equivalent experience with a minimum of one to two (2) semesters of microbiology.

Experience:

One to two (2) years laboratory experience

Additional Preferences:

Experience:

• Pharmaceutical Industry experience preferred.

Required Skills:

• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Must work around chemicals, bacteria, biohazards, and dust.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts.

Other Information:

Physical Requirements:

• Those associated with sedentary work. Must work around chemicals, bacteria, biohazards, and dust. Must be able to climb stair and ladders when required.
• Must be able to perform and review work in a manufacturing plant environment.

What do we offer?

• Competitive Benefits Package and Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan + Company Match
• Vacation + End of Year Vacation (Company Sponsored)
• Growth Opportunities to expand your career