Supervisor of Microbiology Lab - On Site

Sartorius • Yauco, PR

103d

About The Position

The Supervisor of Microbiology Laboratory will be responsible for the oversight of the Microbiology Laboratory, and to coordinate projects and protocols for the Microbiology Laboratory area. It will also be the owner of the Environmental Monitoring program for Yauco Site, organize the Micro lab area activities to use effectively the materials, equipment and manpower to comply with the area objectives and requirements. Also, it will be responsible for the calibration and validation status of the lab equipment and instrumentation.

Requirements

• B.S. in Microbiology.
• A minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Audit Techniques knowledge.
• Proficient in computer operations.
• Knowledge in mathematics (Decimals, Percentage, statistics).
• Fluency in writing, reading, and speaking English and Spanish.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledgeable in the Laboratory practices regulations, equipment, and test methods validation.
• Knowledge in ISO’s, GMP’s and USP Interpretation and application.
• Knowledge in sterilization, biological indicators, microorganism taxonomy, aseptic techniques, bioburden, endotoxin, Environmental Monitoring, Water Systems Monitoring (RO, WFI), viable and non-viable particulate monitoring sterility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Microbiology and environmental area projects and protocols.
• Keep the laboratory documentation updated and review in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and/or perform specifications and SOP’s audits.
• Responsible for quality, safety, discipline, GMP, GLP and housekeeping in the lab.
• Supervise laboratory activities; establish responsibilities and duties based on the laboratory and Plant priorities.
• Responsible for Environmental Monitoring (EM) program for the site.
• Responsible for laboratory budget.
• Responsible for the laboratory equipment and test methods validation’s update.
• Coordinate or establish guidelines requirements to Plant 'critical work request'.
• Coordinate lab personnel training.
• Perform internal audits when requested.
• Participate in client audits as SME when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain a behavior that contributes positively to the environment, Health, and safety in the organization.
• Manage NCPR/CAPA observation assigned to Microbiology Laboratory and ensure actions are closed as per requirement.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 14 paid holidays annually.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance along with Company Retirement Plan.
• On-site cafeteria and coffee shop.
• On-site occupational health offices including Laboratory Services & Doctors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees