Quality Control Microbiology

Description:

Shift Timing 1:30PM to 10:30PM

Primary Duties / Purpose

• Performs routine environmental monitoring, critical utilities sampling and microbiological assays on raw materials, in-process, and final products.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform sampling activities and microbiological assays requiring precise analytical skills and an understanding of microbiology principles under minimum supervision.

• Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation and computer systems (e.g., LIMS) to collect and

· record data; perform assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of biology and chemistry principles.

• Complete all testing, sampling, in a timely and appropriate manner adhering to aseptic practices.

• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, GLP, QSR, and cGMP regulations.

• Perform laboratory and safety audits as required.

• Proficient in wet and instrumental methods of analyses.

• Maintain inventory and supplies necessary to conduct routine testing and sampling.

• Advanced laboratory skills and basic knowledge of statistical method.

• Strong technical problem solving skills

• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, and in a timely fashion.

• Must communicate effectively (verbal and written) with supervisors and peers.

• Knowledge of most laboratory equipment including but not limited to autoclaves, incubators, analytical equipment

• Must be proficient in a variety of mathematical operations and calculations and be able to work with both the metric and US standards of measurement.

• Must be able to read and follow detailed written instructions and have good verbal/written communication skills.

• Follow continuous improvement practices (5S, etc.).

• Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.

• Good computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

Education Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, or Biological Science with Analytical Chemistry or Microbiology laboratory coursework, and 0–2 years’ experience.
• Supervision Decision Authority
• Works under minimum / general supervision. Follows SOPs to generate results and identifies whe proper practices or procedures are not being followed. Refers non-routine issues and out-of-limit / specification results to a supervisor or higher-level analyst. Escalates excursions and compl issues per procedure.
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