Quality Control Microbiologist

Vitality Works; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitality Works Inc. in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a QC Microbiologist to conduct microbiological analyses for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products according to written procedures, with emphasis on GMP/GLP compliance.

This experienced role requires strong knowledge of quality control systems and the ability to own the OOS process, review data, and support investigations while coordinating with QC/QA and production teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience and a BS in Microbiology or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant experience and a MS.
• GMP/GLP knowledge for testing pertaining to dietary supplement environment.
• Proficiency in general Microbiology techniques such as plate streaking and aseptic technique.
• Regulatory requirements for testing and validation in dietary/herbal supplement industry.
• Investigations and report writing skills.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a production environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for microbiological testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished product samples as required by procedures.
• Support Environmental Monitoring activities including room and utility monitoring.
• Owns the OOS process related to microbiological testing and analysis.
• Review data and results to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Assist with investigations and disposition of non-conforming products.
• Assist with investigations and customer complaints; submit findings to QC/QA manager.
• Order supplies and track expiry of incoming materials.
• Write and execute protocols for qualification of new and existing instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and test methods.
• Keep current with regulatory changes and industry advances.
• Serve as a technical resource within Microbiology and cross-functional teams.
• Assist in other QC department duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the QC manager.

Skills

GMP/GLP knowledge

Microbiology techniques

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Education

BS in Microbiology or equivalent

MS in Microbiology or related field

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Vitality Works Inc - Albuquerque, NM 87121, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 Salary, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Research,

Position Summary

As a QC Microbiologist, you will be mainly responsible for conducting microbiological analyses for raw materials, intermediates, and finished product samples according to written procedures. This is a more experienced position requiring sound knowledge of quality control systems, methods, and procedures.

Position Responsibilities

• Accountable for microbiological testing of raw materials, intermediates, and/or finished product samples as required by the procedure so that manufacturing activities are not impacted.
• Support routine Environmental Monitoring activities including room monitoring, utility monitoring, and allergen/protein testing.
• Owns the OOS process that pertains to microbiological testing and analysis.
• Reviews data and results of testing to ensure compliance to appropriate specifications.
• Assisting investigating non-conforming products and disposition.
• Assist with investigations and pertinent customer complaints and submit findings to QC/QA manager.
• Orders supplies and assigns expiry to incoming materials, tracks requisitions and reconciles against incoming materials.
• Writes and executes protocols for the qualification and re-qualification of new and current instrumentation as applicable.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation/test methods.
• Follows technology changes, recommends new technologies, purchase and implement if appropriate.
• Staying abreast of regulatory changes related to the industry.
• May serve as a technical resource relating to Microbiology within the department as well as cross functionally.
• Assisting as needed in all other aspects of the QC department.
• Other duties as assigned by the QC manager.

Qualifications: Skills & Requirements

• 4+ years of relevant experience and a BS degree in Microbiology or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant experience and a MS.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) for testing pertaining to the Dietary Supplement environment is required.Proficiency in general Microbiology techniques such as plate streaking, aseptic technique, and interpretation of microbiological results.
• Working knowledge of pharmacopoeia and regulatory requirements for testing and validation pertaining to the dietary/herbal supplement industry is required.
• Investigation skills, report writing skills.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a production environment.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Able to sit for long periods of time.
• Position will require some walking, standing and sitting.
• Some lifting of at least 50 pounds on occasion may be required.

Vitality Works is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources.