QC Microbiologist

QC Microbiologist

Background

• Works under general supervision of the Lab Manager in a c-GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A standards.
• Employees in position at this level will have a considerable degree of independence in conducting a wide range of analyses requiring expertise in the application and adaptation of numerous test methods and techniques, and produce reliable and accurate results

Tasks

• Validations of endotoxin testing program / routine endotoxin testing
• Environmental monitoring testing and documenting the environmental monitoring program in a high care packing room
• Test products to ensure that they are free of microbial contamination and safe for consumption
• Compendial microbiology testing for total aerobic microbial / total yeast and mold count
• Compendial microbiology testing for specified organisms
• Train and update technicians on industry standards and regulations
• Assist with creating and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and test methods for production processes and product release
• Order Supplies as needed
• Maintain documentation
• Any tasks deemed necessary for betterment of Jost Quality

Specifications

• S. in Biological Science or related field. (Course work may range from mathematics to biochemistry.)
• At least three (3) years' experience working in an Environmental Monitoring and Microbiology laboratory in a food, active pharmaceutical ingredient, or aseptic sterile manufacturing facility is preferred.
• May require willingness to work evening and weekend hours

Knowledge of:

• Microbiological techniques including rapid release methods
• Qualifying environmental monitoring processes with reference to cell/gene therapy products
• Experience in the application of microbiological techniques such as air monitoring, water, testing, surface monitoring, genus and species identification of various microbes preferred
• Basic analytical laboratory equipment
• MS Office software package

• Skill in:
• Working effectively and efficiently on multiple projects
• Effective, disciplined and demonstrated documentation
• • Working effectively in a team environment, including collaboration between development and process division

   

  • Ability to:
  • Communicate effectively, orally and in writing
  • Develop creative solution to problems
  • Meet deadlines
  • Exercise judgment while being insightful, logical and methodical
  • Maintain a proactive and positive attitude
  • Communicate effectively with shipping & production to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction

   

  FLSA

  • Exempt

Current Openings for QC Microbiologist Jobs at Jost Chemical Co.