QC Microbiology Analyst I - Environmental Monitoring (Temporary)

The Environmental Monitoring Technician I (Temporary), under general direction, will be responsible for performing routine and non-routine environmental monitoring and other duties within the Quality Control (QC) Laboratory.

 

This position has the primary responsibility of performing environmental monitoring, water sampling and data entry.

Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Daily maintenance of instrument calibration, temperature monitoring, reagent preparation, material and supply ordering and other general lab and lab related administrative responsibilities, as needed.

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Essential Functions:

• Assists with Environmental Monitoring of ISO class 5 thru 8 cleanrooms using Viable Air samplers, Contact plates and Total Air particle counters.
• Assists in everyday organization of Microbiology laboratory including cleaning, maintenance and ordering of supplies.
• Assists with utility monitoring of facility water generation and distribution systems
• Follow all established laboratory, regulatory, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Must follow good documentation practices in all aspects and phases of the work; provide reports for review in a timely manner; work with other lab personnel on projects.
• Maintain the safety and orderliness of the lab.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work weekends and off-shift hours as needed to support manufacturing activities.
• Ability to follow safety procedures outlined in the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Basic Computer proficiency required.
• Follow all established laboratory, regulatory, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Ability to precisely follow written or oral directions
• Ability to perform written documentation
• Adhere to the standards of quality ruled by current GMP and the company Quality Policies and site SOPs.
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organization, detail oriented and accurate.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Working Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of microbiology and/or sterile technique

 

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

 

• Experience prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Ability to lift/pull/push 30 lbs on occasion and 15 lbs regularly.
• Ability to sit for long periods to work on a computer.
• Ability to work in constrictive gowning including facial masks over extended periods of time
• Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to perform sampling tasks, operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required.
• Potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals, gases, fumes, odors, mists, and dusts, and other hazardous materials.

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment including but not limited to safety glasses, lab coat, gloves, specialized clothing including laboratory scrubs (pants and shirt), cleanroom (ISO 8 to ISO 5) gowning material and appropriate shoes required in most areas associated with this position.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours.
• Attendance is mandatory.

Qualifications:

• AAS in Biology, Microbiology or Biotechnology
• High school diploma/GED with at least 2 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a GLP/GxP or comparable federally regulated environment.
• Biotech Certificate.