QC Microbiology Technician I - Precision Lab Testing

Neogen Corporation; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Neogen Corporation seeks a microbiology-focused technician to perform routine and complex assays, ensuring quality through GLP and ISO guidelines. The role involves assisting in QC method development, equipment qualification, and contributing to product release.

Ideal candidates hold an associate or bachelor’s in science with lab experience, excellent attention to detail, and strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration in a controlled lab environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate's degree in a science-related field and 1-2 years of relevant microbiology laboratory experience.
• OR High School diploma with some college coursework in microbiology or 3 years of relevant microbiology laboratory technician experience, preferably in a quality control setting.
• OR Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or a closely related science field with experience in microbiology is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex assays with a microbiology focus per STPs/SOPs, including microbial enumeration, identification, sterility testing, and environmental monitoring.
• Adhere to GLP guidelines with a strong emphasis on quality testing.
• Adhere to ISO guidelines to maintain quality standards.
• Assist in developing new QC procedures with emphasis on testing and product release.
• Support special projects assigned by Lab Manager, often involving investigations or method development.
• Perform equipment qualification for testing.
• Participate in brainstorming to streamline activities and troubleshoot manufacturing and QC issues.
• Meet individual and departmental goals while maintaining high standards.

Skills

Microbiology expertise

Problem solving

Communication & collaboration

Quality focus

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree in science-related field

High School diploma with microbiology coursework

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Laboratory software

Job description

Neogen Corporation seeks a microbiology-focused technician to perform routine and complex assays, ensuring quality through GLP and ISO guidelines. The role involves assisting in QC method development, equipment qualification, and contributing to product release.

Ideal candidates hold an associate or bachelor’s in science with lab experience, excellent attention to detail, and strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration in a controlled lab environment.