Senior QC Microbiologist - Microbial Testing & GMP

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

Job summary

Vitality Works is seeking a QC Microbiologist to conduct microbiological analyses on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products in a GMP-regulated dietary supplement setting. This experienced role requires solid knowledge of QC systems and procedures.

You will lead microbiological testing, environmental monitoring support, and data reviews to ensure compliance with specifications, while contributing to investigations and instrument qualification.

Qualifications

• BS in Microbiology or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of relevant experience; MS requires 2+ years.
• GMP/GLP knowledge for testing in dietary supplement environment required.
• Proficiency in microbiology techniques and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for microbiological testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products per procedure.
• Support routine Environmental Monitoring activities including room and utility monitoring.
• Owns the OOS process for microbiological testing and analysis.
• Reviews data and results to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Assists investigations and disposition of non-conforming products and customer complaints.
• Assists with investigations and submitting findings to QC/QA manager.
• Manages supplies and assigns expiry to incoming materials; tracks requisitions.
• Writes and executes protocols for qualification/re-qualification of instrumentation.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation and test methods.
• Adopts technology changes and implements new processes when appropriate.
• Keeps abreast of regulatory changes in the industry.
• May serve as a microbiology resource within QC and cross-functionally.
• Assists in other QC department duties.

Skills

Microbiology testing

GMP/GLP knowledge

Data interpretation

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

BS in Microbiology or equivalent

MS in Microbiology or related (2+ years experience)

Job description

Vitality Works is seeking a QC Microbiologist to conduct microbiological analyses on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products in a GMP-regulated dietary supplement setting. This experienced role requires solid knowledge of QC systems and procedures.

You will lead microbiological testing, environmental monitoring support, and data reviews to ensure compliance with specifications, while contributing to investigations and instrument qualification.