*QC Microbiology Technician** 24/HR- Entry Level

ACTalent; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a microbiology technician to perform routine microbial testing, quality control, and environmental monitoring in a small on-site lab in Saint Louis, MO. You will ensure aseptic techniques, document results in SAP and on paper, and work with a compact team across shifts.

The role requires a Biology degree (Masters acceptable), strong microbiology knowledge, and experience with SOPs and GMP/cGMP environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology required; master's in related field acceptable.
• Strong microbiology knowledge and lab practices.
• Experience with documentation in SAP and paper formats.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine microbiological testing under a sterile hood, including spread plate techniques, enrichment procedures, sub-culturing, gram staining, coagulation tests, AI20E testing, fungal identification through sub-cultures and staining, and microscope-based analyses.
• Conduct quality control testing of microbiology supplies, including growth promotion testing, to ensure media and reagents perform as expected.
• Execute water testing and other microbiological assays in accordance with established SOPs, GMP, and cGMP requirements.
• Complete all required documentation accurately in SAP and by hand, following SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices, ensuring detailed and traceable records of all testing activities.
• Perform scheduled environmental monitoring and swabbing in manufacturing areas, including production lines, to assess and maintain microbiological control.
• Collect and handle samples from the manufacturing floor, working closely with line and chemical operators to obtain swabs and other materials needed for testing.
• Coordinate the shipping of samples to third-party laboratories for outsourced testing, ensuring proper packaging, documentation, and chain-of-custody.
• Support finished goods evaluation testing and contribute to the validation of microbiological methods for all finished products as the laboratory expands its capabilities.
• Adhere strictly to aseptic techniques and cleaning/disinfection procedures to prevent contamination and ensure reliable test results.
• Collaborate with a small microbiology team across multiple shifts, maintaining clear communication and effective handoffs between shifts.
• Participate in training and development activities, applying feedback to continuously improve technical skills, documentation practices, and adherence to quality standards.
• Work independently in a small, enclosed microbiology lab, managing workload, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring timely completion of testing and monitoring activities.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Documentation skills

GMP/cGMP knowledge

Environmental monitoring

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Master's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

• Perform routine microbiological testing under a sterile hood, including spread plate techniques, enrichment procedures, sub-culturing, gram staining, coagulation tests, AI20E testing, fungal identification through sub-cultures and staining, and microscope-based analyses.
• Conduct quality control testing of microbiology supplies, including growth promotion testing, to ensure media and reagents perform as expected.
• Execute water testing and other microbiological assays in accordance with established SOPs, GMP, and cGMP requirements.
• Complete all required documentation accurately in SAP and by hand, following SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices, ensuring detailed and traceable records of all testing activities.
• Perform scheduled environmental monitoring and swabbing in manufacturing areas, including production lines, to assess and maintain microbiological control.
• Collect and handle samples from the manufacturing floor, working closely with line and chemical operators to obtain swabs and other materials needed for testing.
• Coordinate the shipping of samples to third-party laboratories for outsourced testing, ensuring proper packaging, documentation, and chain-of-custody.
• Support finished goods evaluation testing and contribute to the validation of microbiological methods for all finished products as the laboratory expands its capabilities.
• Adhere strictly to aseptic techniques and cleaning/disinfection procedures to prevent contamination and ensure reliable test results.
• Collaborate with a small microbiology team across multiple shifts, maintaining clear communication and effective handoffs between shifts.
• Participate in training and development activities, applying feedback to continuously improve technical skills, documentation practices, and adherence to quality standards.
• Work independently in a small, enclosed microbiology lab, managing workload, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring timely completion of testing and monitoring activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Biology required; a masters degree in a related field is also acceptable.
• Strong understanding of microbiology principles and laboratory practices gained through academic coursework or professional experience.
• Proficient aseptic technique, with a clear understanding of its importance in preventing contamination and ensuring accurate microbiological results.
• Solid knowledge of cleaning and disinfection procedures and their role in maintaining a controlled microbiological environment.
• Experience with detailed documentation and reporting, including accurate, legible, and compliant recordkeeping in both electronic systems such as SAP and paper-based formats.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in a laboratory or production environment.
• Ability to perform environmental monitoring activities, including swabbing and sampling in manufacturing areas.
• Capability to work independently in a small lab setting while also functioning effectively as part of a small, multi-shift team.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with operators on the manufacturing floor and to support clear communication between shifts.
• Comfort working in a role that requires strict adherence to SOPs, quality standards, and regulatory expectations.

Work Environment

Shift/Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 3:00PM - 11:00PM

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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