Quality Control Microbiology Tech I

Planet Pharma; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Frederick, MD is seeking a motivated QC Microbiology Technician to join our new commercial cell therapy production center. You will support microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and QA collaboration in a GMP environment.

Responsibilities include sampling classified manufacturing areas, receiving and storing media, monitoring waste, and maintaining compliance with GMP, safety and SOPs.

Qualifications

• 1+ year microbiology lab/Environmental Monitoring experience or equivalent
• GMP and SOP familiarity for commercial manufacturing environments
• Strong documentation and data integrity practices

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing and environmental monitoring in GMP environments
• Maintain cleanroom and laboratory areas in accordance with procedures
• Receive, inspect, store, and document microbiological media and supplies
• Monitor biohazardous waste and coordinate disposal with EHS as needed
• Support validation, qualification, development, and manufacturing activities
• Document activities accurately and contemporaneously
• Collaborate with Quality Control, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance teams
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management
• Ensure responsibilities can be delegated to trained deputies when needed

Skills

Microbiology lab experience

Environmental Monitoring

GMP knowledge

Laboratory safety

Analytical skills

Education

Associate's degree in Microbiology or related field

High school diploma with relevant experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join us as a QC Microbiology Technician in our new commercial cell therapy production center located in Frederick, MD. You will work with the Quality Control team in supporting our efforts in this exciting new area of cancer immunotherapy. This position provides Quality Control microbiological testing for clinical and commercial manufactured product, responsible for product testing, microbial growth promotion testing, utility testing and environmental monitoring.

The QC Microbiology Technician performs essential laboratory support functions to ensure the integrity of microbiological testing and environmental monitoring programs within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain laboratory areas in a clean, organized, and sanitized condition in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
• Perform environmental monitoring and/or utility monitoring activities, including sampling of classified manufacturing areas, utilities, and support systems, as a primary job function.
• Receive, inspect, quarantine, and appropriately store purchased microbiological media and supplies pending laboratory approval and release.
• Monitor biohazardous waste accumulation and coordinate the safe removal and disposal of waste with qualified Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) personnel.
• Support validation, qualification, development, and commercial manufacturing activities through execution of assigned microbiological and laboratory support tasks.
• Maintain compliance with applicable GMP, safety, environmental, and company requirements while documenting activities accurately and contemporaneously.
• Collaborate effectively with Quality Control, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and other site functions to support operational objectives.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management.
• Ensure assigned responsibilities may be appropriately delegated to qualified and trained deputies when operational needs require.

Basic Qualifications

• AA Degree and 1+ years experience in Microbiology lab/Environmental Monitoring OR
• HS Degree and 2+ years experience in Microbiology lab/Environmental Monitoring OR

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the application of microbiological techniques such as environmental air monitoring, water testing, surface monitoring
• Experience in aseptic techniques and clean room operations
• Ability to gown for entry into Aseptic core and supporting areas, and lift approximately 25 lbs.
• Ability to pass vision exam for visual inspection
• Knowledge of GMP, SOPs and quality control processes for commercial manufacturing
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environment
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
• Ability to be flexible with schedule, and work overtime as needed

The max pay rate is 22/hr for this position