The Quality Control Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing a variety of microbiology functions under minimal supervision.

These functions include: Microbiological Sampling and Testing, Environmental Monitoring, Microbial Plate Counting

Sample Management: including receipt and shipment of samples

General Lab Support: housekeeping, monitoring and maintaining lab supplies inventory

Documentation of all activities according to current good manufacturing practices (c GMP) and internal SOP’s Essential Functions

Perform sample collection and testing of environmental surface/air and utilities.

Use a wide variety of sophisticated equipment with responsibility for operation, maintenance, and daily calibration check (if appropriate).

Prepare documentation of all laboratory work in accordance with c GMPs and SOPs, as appropriate.

Ensure all laboratory work is conducted in compliance with applicable safety and environmental regulations.

Maintain inventory of all laboratory chemicals and consumables.

Maintain sample submission area as well as shipment of samples to external laboratories.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Biology/Microbiology or equivalent discipline OR Associate degree or High School Diploma with appropriate equivalent experience of 3 + years.

Knowledge and experience with analytical and microbiological techniques.

Knowledge of c GMPs and laboratory safety.

Experience working in a c GMP laboratory.

Experience with aseptic sample collection and microbial testing.

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision