Quality Lab Associate - QCIS

Simtra US LLC; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 公司

Job summary

Simtra BioPharma Solutions in Bloomington, IN is seeking a Microbiology Quality Lab Associate I to perform complex routine and non-routine sampling in support of the Microbiology department. You will report to the Microbiology Supervisor and contribute to testing, investigations and data documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a science-related field, preferably Microbiology, and comfort with GMP-regulated environments and enterprise software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science, preferably Microbiology.
• Previous GMP-regulated lab experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and enterprise software.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing (bioburden, sterility, growth promotion) on finished products and in-process samples.
• Conduct investigational work for out-of-specification samples and identify root causes.
• Document and process samples in a Laboratory environment.
• Enter test data into LIMS and maintain accurate records.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

GMP experience

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in science (preferably Microbiology)

Tools

LIMS

Trackwise

Pilgrim

JDE

Microsoft Office

Job description

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines - which are all directly injected into patients worldwide. As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra. We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging. Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra?

Because we:

• Make it HAPPEN - We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.
• Make it TOGETHER - We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams-so we can solve problems in new ways.
• Make it RIGHT - We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence,fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.
• Make it COUNT - We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make - taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

This role:

The Microbiology Quality Lab Associate I performs complex routine and non-routine sampling and processes samplesin support of the Microbiology department. This position reports to a Microbiology Supervisor.

The responsibilities:

• Performs testing (bioburden, sterility, growth promotion, etc.) on finished products and in process samples.
• Performs investigational work in support of out of specification samples, using training and scientific method to identify root cause and corrective actions.
• Documents and processes samples in a Laboratory environment.
• Investigates and authors Microbiology investigations.
• Enter test data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required in a science related field, preferably Microbiology.
• Previous experience working in a GMP regulated environment preferred.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and the ability to use enterprise software (examples JDE, BPLM, Pilgrim, Trackwise, etc.)

Physical / safety requirements:

• Must be able to wear applicable Personal Protective Equipment.
• Position requires handling of laboratory chemicals.
• Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends
• Use of hands and fingers to manipulate office equipment is required
• Position requires sitting or standing for long hours.

In return, you'll be eligible for[1]:

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Time Off Program
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave and more
• Adoption Reimbursement Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Community and Volunteer Service Program
• Employee Ownership Plan
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance Benefits
  • Vision Coverage
  • Accident
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Legal and more
• Onsite Campus Amenities
  • Workout Facility
  • Cafeteria
  • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job. It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

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