Supervisor, Microbiology Laboratory

Job Summary

Responsible for QC Microbiological laboratory activities and testing as it relates to the production of products at Shiseido Americas.

Responsibilities

• You will supervise the work of Microbiologists and Lab Technicians in the QC Lab
• You will ensure all inspections, testing and OTC documentation, including SOPs are current and systematically stored
• You will review and approve equipment calibrations and validations
• You will review and approve work instructions
• You will perform OOS investigations and maintain records according to GMP requirements
• You will review and approve PET reports
• You will review and approve vendor contracts
• You will maintain instruments and lab supplies inventory
• You will train and evaluate the performance of QC Microbiological lab staff
• You will manage the staff’s time and schedule, and perform reviews of laboratory personnel
• You will control and monitor the budget for the department
• You will research and recommend different ways of doing the lab work or the flow of the material in the lab such as automation to improve efficiency, cost and competitiveness in the market.

Qualifications

• You have a bachelor’s degree or higher in Microbiology or related life science
• You have 5+ years of experience in GMP GC environment
• You have extensive knowledge of cGMP, ISO, USP & PCPC guidelines

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Under 1/3
• Walking: 1/3 to 2/3
• Sitting: 1/3 to 2/3
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Under 1/3
• Climb or balance: Not Applicable
• Reach with hands and arms: Under 1/3
• Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl: Not Applicable
• Lifting or exerting force: Up to 10 pounds: Under 1/3; Up to 25 pounds: Under 1/3; Up to 50 pounds: Not Applicable; Up to 100 pounds: Not Applicable

Who You Are

• You are open-minded, self-confident, self-motivated, mature, personable, and cooperative
• You are enthusiastic about problem-solving and motivational towards the team

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Employees must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the area of work or tasks being performed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Days
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with 6% Company Match
• Talent Development & Learning Programs
• Internal & International Mobility
• Product Discounts & Annual Gratis
• Employee Led Affinity Groups
• Tuition Reimbursement