What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Engineering Co-Op position at bioMérieux?
The Co-Op will be responsible for assisting with QC testing of in-process samples and finished products and assist with some quality assurance documentation functions.
Primary Duties:
- Work under the supervision of senior Quality Control Technicians to perform QC testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished products, and ensure only compliant and quality products are released to our customers.
- Report nonconforming results to senior lab personnel and Quality Manager, and assist with any follow-up investigations.
- Complete QC testing data entry, document QC results, generate reports and finalize batch records.
- Maintain consumables including restocking as necessary and maintenance of samples required in the QC lab to perform QC testing.
- Assist QA functions as needed with maintenance of internal and external documents, and controlled documentation.
- Maintains thorough understanding of all specifications, requirements, and procedures and provides input regarding the continuous improvement of each.
Minimum Training, Education & Experience:
- HS Diploma or GED equivalent required
- Must be an active higher-education student required
- Preferred Majors: Biomedical, Biomedical Engineering, Health and Science; Nutrition & Foods, Prof. Stud.; Culinary Arts & Sciences, Professional Studies, Culinary Science, Arts & Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry
Minimum time and type experience required for this position.
- Beginner - Limited or no previous work experience/first Co-op
- Intermediate - Some related work or volunteer experience/second Co-op
- Advanced - Previous related work experience/final Co-op
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Able to work in a dynamic, multi-tasking and cross-functional environment
- Must be able to perform basic microbiological/chemical functions like micro-pipetting, etc.
- Team-oriented and pro-active attitude; ability to communicate and interact effectively with management as well as lab personnel.
- Good organizational skills with keen attention to details.
- Ability to exercise good judgment within defined procedures and to recognize deviation from accepted practices
- Good computer skills, including; MS Word and Excel
- Good oral and written communication skills in English.
Approximate Hours Per Week: 40
The wage for this role based in Pennsylvania is $18.00/hour. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux’s bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.
In addition, bioMérieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include:
- A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
- Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
- Adoption Assistance
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Various voluntary benefit offerings
- Discount programs
- Parental leaves
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