Microbiology Lab Technician I

Growing personal care product company is expanding their Microbiology team. This position involves micro testing in a high-volume working environment for stability testing and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Handwrite receipt of incoming samples in appropriate laboratory logbook and Microbiological Raw Data Sheet.
• Conduct routine sampling to monitor microbiological quality and safety of the purified water system.
• Perform environmental monitoring of the manufacturing area weekly.
• Perform weight verification of balances daily.
• Perform pH meter verification using pH buffer solutions daily.
• Record refrigerators and incubators temperature daily on temperature record forms.
• Dispose of all microbiological contaminant in biohazard bag, sterilize and discard in proper waste basket.
• Prepare microbiological media per the label directions and/or procedure.
• Maintain microbiological media, utilizing proper labeling, handling and storing at appropriate temperature.
• Retrieve and test samples of finished goods that are pulled by QC inspector directly from the packaging line for microbiological testing.
• Operate and use sterilizer, pipetting device, and microscope.
• Wash test glassware two to three times per week.
• Perform weekly, monthly, and bi-annual Microbiology Lab cleaning.
• Use company-approved personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for various tasks.
• Work in a safe manner always, complying with safety, health, environmental, food and drug regulations and company policies.
• Comply with Company SOPs and Policies.
• Fill in for Microbiology Lab Tech II when needed.

Competencies

• Adaptability
• Collaboration skills
• Communication proficiency
• Customer/client focus
• Ethical conduct
• Interpersonal skills
• Listening
• Organizational skills
• Personal effectiveness/credibility
• Problem solving/analysis
• Verbal expression
• Written expression

Requirements

• Familiar with basic lab skills of aseptic techniques.
• Familiar with Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
• Good visual observation skills.
• Familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Able to follow Standard Operation Procedures.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Physical Requirements

• Operate and use sterilizer, microscope, pipetting device.
• Ability to calibrate pH meter.
• Legible handwriting.
• Lift up to 20 lbs. when needed to put box of stability products on cart.
• Bend, squat, kneel, turn, twist, and stoop.
• Push rolling carts.
• Reach forward and overhead.
• Good eye/hand coordination.
• Visual acuity skills to set up equipment, perform tests, and examine product/raw materials.
• Manual dexterity skills to use testing equipment and perform analyses.
• Stand/remain upright up to 4 hours at a time.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in one of the sciences.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program.
• Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
• Certification discounts and perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for consultants.
• Access to a certified Career Coach.