Microbiologist I

Meissner • Camarillo, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Microbiologist I is part of Meissner Technical Services (MTS) department which in a key component to Meissner’s commitment to quality. The Microbiologist I Assists in performing filter Quality Control bacterial challenge tests, LAL (endotoxin) tests, and reading environmental monitoring test results to support manufacturing, R&D and Quality departments. Utilize knowledge of aseptic techniques as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BS) from four-year college or university in microbiology, biology, or related subject; and 0 to 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have strong English Language written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have strong aptitude to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures.
• Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be proficient with MS Office software including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe.
• Must be proficient in mathematical applications such as logs, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of aseptic techniques

Responsibilities

• Monitoring of water systems inclusive of LAL testing
• Bioburden testing
• Total Organic Carbon testing
• Daily reading of water system parameters
• Manufacturing of distilled water (DI) used for LAL.
• QC Bacterial Challenge testing of membranes.
• QC Bacterial Challenge test calculation.
• Monthly LAL testing of Single Use Systems.
• Reading of Environmental Monitoring plates.
• Gram staining for Environmental Monitoring plates.
• Growth Promotion on media.
• Preparation of Media following recipes.
• Monitoring of Laboratory supplies.
• Order supplies to ensure timely completion of tasks in Micro Lab.
• Adjust controls of equipment such as pumps, filters, and autoclaves to obtain optimum results.
• Wash glassware as necessary for laboratory use.

Benefits

• Full Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with HSA Employer Contributions for eligible plans
• HQ Onsite Full Gym
• Ultramodern Coffee Bars
• Free EV Charging Stations
• Employee Discounts
• 401k
• Profit Sharing
• 401k Advisory Services
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Anniversary Holiday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level