Associate Microbiology Lab Support Technician

Straumann • Andover, MA

5d • $24 - $25

About The Position

The Associate Microbiology Lab Support Technician supports Quality Assurance activities, primarily in Microbiology, at a manufacturing facility. The role performs routine environmental and product testing in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and undertakes quality-related projects and tasks to help maintain product and process quality. Other quality duties may be assigned by the Manager of Quality Systems.

Work includes microbiological testing and data recording, product performance testing, mechanical and visual inspections, and support for quality records. The position does not manage employees. The work takes place in a general office and manufacturing environment, where noise is usually moderate to loud. The role is based in Andover, Massachusetts, and has no travel requirement stated beyond 0%.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to get along well with others.
• High degree of attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use dexterity to manipulate small objects and perform typing and computer and office-equipment tasks.
• Ability to push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds and bend, crouch, reach, and traverse long distances through the building.
• Ability to spend significant time reading paper and computer documents.

Nice To Haves

• Training in aseptic techniques.
• Ability to use computers for collecting and logging data; familiarity with Microsoft Office productivity software, at minimum Excel and Word.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct particulate counts and record results in the company database.
• Conduct plate counts and record results in the company database.
• Collect water samples and record results in the company database.
• Perform data analysis.
• Conduct product performance testing.
• Conduct mechanical and visual inspections using various hand tools.
• Complete documentation to support the inspection process.
• Support Quality Record activities.
• Perform other quality-related duties as assigned by the Manager of Quality Systems.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus or Performance Share Units for some positions, as part of compensation plans.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED