QC Microbiology Technician

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their quality control team. This role involves performing microbiological sampling and testing to ensure the highest standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing. You will engage in environmental monitoring, sample collection, and documentation practices, contributing to the production of safe and effective medicines. The company values integrity and innovation, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are passionate about quality assurance and eager to make a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Prescription Drug Coverage

Telehealth Services

Short Term Disability Benefits

Long Term Disability Benefits

401k Company Match

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience required.
• Knowledge of cGMP and ability to follow SOPs essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological sampling and quality control testing.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and sample collection.

Skills

Good verbal communication skills

Good written communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Knowledge of cGMP

Ability to follow written SOPs

Basic microbiological techniques

Organization and recordkeeping skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microbiological instrumentation

Job description

COME WORK FOR US - INVESTING IN YOU AS A SUN PHARMA EMPLOYEE!

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Telehealth and Behavior Health Services
• Income Protection – Short Term and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Retirement Benefits - 401k Company Match on Day One (100% vesting immediately)
• Group Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Corporate Discounts on personal services: Cellular phones, Entertainment, and Consumer Goods!

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (Sun Pharma) is the fourth largest specialty generic pharmaceutical company in the world with global revenues of over $4.5 billion US Dollars. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality, affordable medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe including the United States. Sunology is a combination of Sun Values and Ideology and is the way of life at Sun Pharma. Sunology is Humility. Integrity. Passion. Innovation. It represents our promise to all stakeholders including patients, physicians, and employees.

Our Code of Conduct

Our Global Code of Conduct governs every aspect of our operations. Sun Pharma is a family of thousands of people, working across many countries, speaking multiple languages, and all united, with one common purpose: to make good health accessible and affordable to local communities and society at large. Through active fieldwork, dedicated research teams, and in recognition of the efforts who work behind the scenes to combat illness and disease, the Sun Pharmaceutical Group helps as many people as possible, to secure their right to good health. The way we work every day is important to us.

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Job Responsibilities:

Performs routine microbiological sampling and quality control testing supporting manufacturing of commercial pharmaceutical products in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), ISO and Pharmalucence policies and procedures.

• Perform environmental monitoring, sample collection, testing and result reporting supporting aseptic filling including work during non-routine business hours
• Perform Utility Monitoring sample collection and reporting including bio-burden and endotoxin testing on controlled water/clean steam systems and particulate sampling for compressed gases
• Microbial Identification
• Aseptic sampling of raw materials and stability samples
• General laboratory functions such as inventory, control and ordering of laboratory supplies, equipment preventive maintenance, general laboratory housekeeping, and chemical and biohazard waste disposal
• Practice good documentation practices associated with the generation of raw data, data entry and reporting
• Revise SOPs as required
• Perform and document required training to perform job function
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-4 years related experience
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of cGMP
• Must be able to follow written SOPs/work instructions
• Trainable in standard safe chemical handling techniques
• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals
• Ability to operate and perform analysis on product using basic microbiological techniques and instrumentation
• Good organization and recordkeeping skills
• Good computer skills