QC Microbiology Technician (Entry Level)
Position will be for Swing Shift 2:00PM - 10:30PM Level I
Primary Duties / Purpose
Performs routine environmental monitoring, critical utilities sampling and microbiological assays on raw materials, in-process, and final products.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform sampling activities and microbiological assays requiring precise analytical skills and an understanding of microbiology principles under minimum supervision.
- Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation and computer systems (e.g., LIMS) to collect and record data; perform assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of biology and chemistry principles.
- Complete all testing, sampling, in a timely and appropriate manner adhering to aseptic practices.
- Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, GLP, QSR, and cGMP regulations.
- Perform laboratory and safety audits as required.
- Proficient in wet and instrumental methods of analyses.
- Maintain inventory and supplies necessary to conduct routine testing and sampling.
- Advanced laboratory skills and basic knowledge of statistical method.
- Strong technical problem solving skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, and in a timely fashion.
- Must communicate effectively (verbal and written) with supervisors and peers.
- Knowledge of most laboratory equipment including but not limited to autoclaves, incubators, analytical equipment.
- Must be proficient in a variety of mathematical operations and calculations and be able to work with both the metric and US standards of measurement.
- Must be able to read and follow detailed written instructions and have good verbal/written communication skills.
- Follow continuous improvement practices (5S, etc.).
- Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.
- Good computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, or Biological Science with Analytical Chemistry or Microbiology laboratory coursework, and 0–2 years' experience.
Supervision & Decision Authority
- Works under minimum / general supervision.
- Follows SOPs to generate results and identifies when proper practices or procedures are not being followed.
- Refers non-routine issues and out-of-limit / specification results to a supervisor or higher-level analyst.
- Escalates excursions and complex issues per procedure.
Microbiology Focus Areas
- Environment monitoring, critical utility sampling, endotoxin testing, bioburden for raw materials and in process, process samples, microbial identification and final product sterility testing.