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Microbiologist I

Summary

Fleet Laboratories is a global leader in personal health and beauty products seeking a Microbiologist I to ensure microbiological quality of raw materials, bulk products, finished products, and stability samples. The employee will perform various microbiological tests and analyses, participate in equipment maintenance and calibration, and complete environmental monitoring and testing. A BS degree in a scientific discipline and one year of experience in quality laboratory work are required.

Requirements

• A Minimum of BS degree in a scientific discipline (Biology or Microbiology preferred)
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in quality laboratory work
• Knowledge of the cGMP regulations is essential
• Able to understand and apply company SOPs
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Perform compendial or in-house microbiological testing according to established standards and specifications
• Moderate direct impact on profitability results from maintaining proper technical control over product quality
• Perform microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, stability, and validation studies
• Participate in equipment monitoring, maintenance, and equipment calibrations in the Microbiology Laboratory
• Participate in the development and auditing of procedures and work instructions to comply with cGMPs, EU, OSHA, and EPA regulatory requirements
• Complete environmental monitoring and testing
• Execute collection and testing of the purified water system
• Perform microbiological testing on developmental R&D samples
• Complete internal monthly audit of the Microbiology Lab
• Execute sterilization of equipment used for testing and documentation
• Ensure all supplies are available and assist with ordering supplies
• Complete daily calibrations and review daily calibrations
• Execute growth promotion testing and sterility testing on prepared and received media for release
• Assist with microbiological testing for investigations
• Assist with training and instruction of supportive personnel in the Microbiology Laboratory
• Perform microbiological testing of validation protocols
• Perform other tasks as delegated or assigned by the supervisor

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(K) retirement savings with company match
• Medical
• Dental and vision
• Annual targeted bonus
• Competitive pay
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement