Microbiologist 1

Certified Group • Burbank, CA

24d

About The Position

Certified Group is seeking a Microbiologist to prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing of nutraceutical products, supplement ingredients, and environmental samples. The role applies approved microbiological techniques and methodologies in analytical testing, maintains laboratory quality and safety practices, and supports routine testing and special projects. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, with a 9:00 AM start time, and requires rotating one weekend day.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology or a related field.
• 2–3 years of laboratory experience.
• At least 1 year of Quality Assurance or microbiological testing experience in the cosmetic, nutritional, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to changes that improve company processes.
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods.
• Ability to rotate one weekend day.
• Dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and mouse and handle other communications and computer components.
• Color vision and depth perception.

Responsibilities

• Assist with microbial challenge testing of new products to determine preservation adequacy.
• Perform bioburden panel, water, and environmental testing, including air plates, swabs, and conductivity testing.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily work.
• Inventory and report expendable supplies and materials needed for testing.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, including daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.
• Conduct quality control monitoring, including taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, and running media controls.
• Maintain laboratory conditions, equipment, and supplies.
• Perform work in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner.
• Prepare media for microbial quality and preservative adequacy testing, and document preparation and media control information in appropriate logbooks.
• Maintain required departmental notebooks and computer logs.
• Organize destruction of product discards and assist with special projects.
• Share information openly and promptly with the Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Progressive 401k retirement savings plan.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
• Group medical insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Dental insurance.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Many positions qualify for the company bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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