QC Microbiology Technician

Union Agener, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Benefits Package

401(k) Plan + Company Match

Vacation

Job summary

Union Agener, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support microbiology testing and environmental monitoring at our Augusta, GA facility. You will prepare media and reagents, run monitoring systems, and assist with biocontainment activities to uphold quality and compliance.

Qualifications include a B.S. in biology or related field and 1–2 years of lab experience; pharma exposure is a plus. Strong communication and teamwork are essential; must work around chemicals and biohazards on a

Qualifications

• One to two years of laboratory experience.
• B.S. in biology preferred or equivalent.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of media and reagents for microbiological testing.
• Environmental monitoring of clean room areas and biocontainment monitoring.
• Support bioprocess activities and laboratory maintenance.
• Assist in non-conformance reports and product-related investigations.
• Perform bioburden, sterility, and endotoxin testing as required.
• Maintain data records and ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

SAP

Excel

Access

Communication

Teamwork

Chemicals handling

Education

B.S. Degree in Biological Science

Job description

Position 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:

• Computer Skills (SAP, Excel, Access, etc.) a plus.
• 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 rotating 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 Salary
• 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