QC Microbiology Laboratory Technican

American Regent, Inc.•Columbus, OH

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for performing microbiological quality control tests in a laboratory environment. The technician performs microbiological testing of raw materials, finished products, and components, and logs, reads, and records samples and data in accordance with cGMP and applicable compliance requirements. The role also includes preparing media and glassware, operating autoclaves, conducting instrument calibration and performance verification, and communicating discrepancies or deviations to management. The technician plans daily workload, determines appropriate testing specifications and methods, conducts chart readings, and ensures work is performed and documented according to company policies, procedures, Current Good Manufacturing Practices, health and safety requirements, and Good Laboratory Practice requirements. Additional duties and projects may be assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Willingness to learn aseptic techniques and behavior.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Organization and attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of MS Office software and PC skills.
Good work ethic and high motivation.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to wear laboratory protective gowning and equipment, including goggles, face shields, respirators, and protective gloves.
Near vision of 20/20, correctable with eyeglasses or contacts, and color vision.
Ability to maintain a clean-shaven appearance each working shift to properly wear tight-fitting respirators.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Academic or industry work experience in a laboratory setting with a focus on microbiology.

Responsibilities

Plan daily workload to meet laboratory requirements.
Perform microbiological testing of raw materials, finished products, and components using aseptic technique.
Perform Gram staining, microbial identification, LAL testing, environmental monitoring, growth promotion, microbial limits testing, and water testing.
Log, read, and record samples and data in accordance with cGMP and applicable compliance requirements.
Prepare media and glassware.
Operate autoclaves.
Communicate discrepancies or deviations to management upon discovery.
Conduct chart readings daily, change charts weekly, and document findings.
Perform and document work in accordance with company policies, procedures, Current Good Manufacturing Practices, and health and safety requirements.
Determine appropriate specifications and methods for testing.
Calibrate small laboratory instruments and perform their performance verification.
Participate in projects, such as data entry and filing or tracking boxes for an outside storage facility.
Follow SOPs and adhere to Good Laboratory Practice requirements.
Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by management.