Job Details

ONSITE at USTO

Job Details:

Under general supervision, the QC Associate will perform routine procedures and testing in support of the QC Microbiology Lab.

This position will be responsible for the following activities:

• Performing routine Microbiology laboratory procedures including Bioburden/Total Aerobic Microbial Count, Biological Indicator testing and Media Fill inspection
• Documenting, computing, compiling, interpreting, and entering data in Laboratory Information Management Systems
• Maintaining and operating specialized equipment
• Must learn and comply with safety guidelines and cGMPs/CFRs which includes, but is not limited to, the maintenance of training records, laboratory documentation, written procedures, building monitoring systems and laboratory logbooks.

 Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of Quality Control, Quality Assurance or related experience OR Associate’s degree and 6 years of Quality Control, Quality Assurance or related experience OR High school diploma / GED and 8 years of Quality Control, Quality Assurance or related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to adhere to regulatory requirements, written procedures and safety guidelines
• Ability to evaluate documentation/data according to company and regulatory guidelines
• Ability to organize work, handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must be detail orientated
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and requirements
• Demonstrate understanding of regulatory requirements, safety guidelines and factors impacting compliance
• Demonstrates understanding of when and how to appropriately escalate.
• May identify, recommend and implement improvements related to routine job functions.

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:           

• Laboratory experience
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to commit to a full time work schedule without heavy outside requirements

Day to Day Responsibilities:           

• Execution of time sensitive Microbiology assays such as Bioburden/Total Aerobic Microbial Count, Biological Indicator testing and Media Fill inspection.
• Laboratory and equipment maintenance.
• Working in a team of ~13 other staff within the lab.