Quality Control Microbiology Lab Technician

Quality Control Microbiology Lab Technician

Requirements

• Are 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• Have a state and/or US Department of Education accredited high school diploma, GED Grade 12 certificate.
• 1+ years of continuous work experience.
• Have basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
• Are able to maintain a work schedule of 12-hour flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Can pass a pre-employment assessment and a pre-employment drug + background screening.
• Can pass post-offer / pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
• Strong analytical skills, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively influence others, possessing strong interpersonal skills, able to adjust communication style to different audiences.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving skills to determine the root cause.
• Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation.
• Demonstrate managing time and tasks efficiently while maintaining an excellent quality of work.
• Demonstrated performance in safety, quality, and attendance with previous employments.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks to meet goals and ensure product quality.
• Ability to develop a working knowledge of operational tasks required of Maumelle colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality tasks in and outside of the lab including finished product, water, raw material, personnel, and environmental microbiological testing.
• Conduct microbiological testing in a timely manner while adhering to aseptic techniques, local work instructions and standard test methods.
• Review records of the Quality Management System (QMS) using Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
• Keep all testing supplies, quality lab, storage, and work areas organized, clean, and sanitized (where applicable) to avoid cross contamination.
• Receive and document receipt of quality inventory as well as retrieve, review, and record applicable Certificate of Analysis and/or Certificate of Conformance (COAs, COCs).
• Record daily testing and activities using software (LIMS) and in various logbooks utilizing Good Documentation Practices.
• Perform verifications on microbiology laboratory calibrated equipment as needed.
• Flow to work to support quality team needs as business needs dictate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous micro laboratory experience at an FDA regulated facility.
• Previous LIMS and ETQ experience considered a plus.