Microbiology Development Technician

Job Title: Microbiology Development Technician

Location: Sandy UT 84070

Duration: 6 months

Job Description:

• Supports the Quality Assurance Laboratory by performing a variety of tests as part of product release and the sterilization assurance program. As assigned, performs environment monitoring in classified GMP manufacturing areas, executes protocols in an EO sterilizer staging area and tests for organisms in a lab or cleanroom setting. Supports these activities with appropriate documentation following GDP.

Job Responsibilities: (Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities)

• Maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of laboratory glassware.
• Performs verification of lab equipment.
• Maintains and distributes chemicals and supplies. Maintains materials’ inventory.
• Conducts monthly inspections of laboratory safety equipment.
• Complies with regulations as outlined in GMPs.
• Disposes of laboratory waste.
• Performs basic microbiological testing on raw materials and finished goods to ensure compliance to specifications.
• Works inside varying ISO classifications of cleanrooms, including those with active manufacturing, to perform testing
• Perform routine analysis of EO/ECH residual testing of terminally sterilized medical using gas chromatography (GC-FID).
• Conducts investigations in a timely manner.
• Writes technical reports.
• Writes and updates standard operating procedures and laboratory documents/forms.
• Work overtime as needed by the department. Work flexible hours as business needs require.

Education and Experience:

• Two years relevant experience working in a laboratory environment or equivalent experience.
• Experience with ISO and USP standards.
• Understanding of GLP, GMP, and GDP.

Preferred qualifications include:

• BS Degree in Microbiology/related STEM Degree.
• Knowledge of basic Microbiological or EO Sterilization terminology.
• Pharmaceutical and/or Medical Device experience.
• Experience working with Bioburden BI’s, PCD’s, EO Residuals, Endotoxins and/or Environmental monitoring and other Microbial related testing.
• Experience with Labware, Empower and SAP.