Microbiologist 2nd Shift

Bright Innovation Labs•New Albany, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

To control and assure and provide technical support for production by means of basic microbiological analyses of finished products, raw materials, and water. To sample and test raw materials for microbial contamination. Maintain quality standards by adhering and upholding programs to safeguard product safety and quality.

Requirements

Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Ability to use laboratory equipment such as a microscope, incubators, autoclaves, hot plates, laboratory glassware, pipettes, etc.
Ability to perform work with minimal supervision and guidance
Ability to multi-task
Accurate and have strong attention to detail
Flexibility with schedule including shift work
Must successfully pass a background check and drug screen

Nice To Haves

BS in Microbiology/Chemistry or related sciences knowledge
2 year experience in lab setting
Experience with gram stains, sub-culturing and identification of microorganisms and environmental monitoring
Experience with current practices and procedures used in microbiological and analytical laboratory
Good understanding of FDA Good Manufacturing Practices Regulations (GMP's) and OSHA safety requirements
Self-starter with strong work ethic
Ability to plan ahead to minimize potential issues as well as to meet company growth objectives
Ability to perform professional, scientific laboratory work to insure conformity to company and customer requirements
Able to work overtime & weekends as required

Responsibilities

Comply with Bright Innovation Laboratories' policies, SOP's, quality standards and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) as well as safety and environmental regulations.
Perform microbiological testing of raw materials, finished products, and water samples, using Bright Innovation labs approved methods.
Investigate Out-of-Specifications (OOS) and perform root cause analyses.
Ensure accuracy of results and documentation prior to releasing products for distribution.
Interface with QC, Production, Compounding and R&D as needed.
Prepare media for pour plating by weighing, hydrating and sterilizing media use.
Understand and perform Gram stain and identification of contaminants through the use of API Kits.
Perform the validation of the Celsius System through concurrent comparison and microbial limits testing.
Document analytical results, utilizing approved forms and reports.
Interface with QC & QA Managers in reporting inconsistencies or discrepancy of test results.
Prepare standards, reagents, media, and equipment as directed to support laboratory operations.
Maintain instruments, calibration of gauges, and document equipment performance as directed.
Promote compliance with Bright Innovation Laboratories policies, procedures, quality standards and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) as well as safety and environmental regulations.
Participate, as required, in safety and GMP training sessions, and other company training sessions.