Quality Control Analyst

We are currently looking to add two (2)  Quality Control Laboratory Analyst's to our team in St. Cloud, MN.   In this role, you will be responsible for performing core quality control testing and packaging event evaluations on Microbiologics products. All work must be conducted in accordance with applicable product specifications, policies, and procedures, with the goal of ensuring that only products meeting all Microbiologics acceptance criteria are approved for release.

What can I expect in this role?

In this position, you will work 7 am – 4:30 pm Monday thru Thursday, and 7:00 am – 11:00 am on Friday.  

 Some key duties in this role include:

·        Perform quality control testing on Microbiologics’ products in accordance with appropriate specifications. Products include microorganisms and molecular items. Ensure identification and traceability of material.

·        Performs automated and manual testing. Troubleshoots when necessary. Reports problems to their supervisor.

·        Performs quality checks to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents and procedures.

·        Operates testing equipment such as identification instrumentation, enumeration equipment, balance, applying logic and various analytical methods to determine results

·        Recognize when results are out of specification and make appropriate notifications in accordance with procedures.

·        Tests accurately and documents results in a timely manner according to company policies and procedures.

·        Maintains familiarity with Microbiologics’ product inserts, and current Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) and government regulations.

·        Responsible for maintenance of documentation as it applies to a responsible and responsive Quality System regarding the provisions of quality assurance and laboratory service.

·        Competency in core responsibilities per the quality control training metrics.

What makes you a good fit?

Our goal is finding the right individual for our team – we firmly believe that the right person is someone to invest in and invite to join our family. 

Here is what we are looking for:

We’re seeking a Lab Technician who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is passionate about contributing to Microbiologics’ mission. The ideal candidate will bring the mindset and values that drive our success.

We value team members who:

• Live our core values – We win together, we are driven to achieve, we are brave, bold, and confident, and we care
• Take initiative – self-starters
• Want to grow – continuously seeking to learn and improve
• Have strong technical and analytical skills – able to design, execute, and interpret laboratory experiments
• Collaborate across functions – effectively working with diverse teams and disciplines
• Troubleshoot effectively – identifying problems quickly and developing solutions
• Stay organized – managing tasks, samples, and data with accuracy
• Anticipate challenges – proactively spotting potential issues and addressing them before they escalate

If this sounds like you, you’ll feel right at home here—and you’ll help us push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Education and/or experience required:

• Four-year microbiology or related degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Practical biology laboratory experience preferred.
• The ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Who is Microbiologics?

Microbiologics is one of the fastest growing international biotechnology companies in the nation. We are the world’s leading experts and go-to collaborators in biological products and services, focused on protecting the health and safety of people around the world. For over 50 years, we have been partnering with healthcare and life science laboratories, manufacturers, and suppliers across the globe to co-create and provide biological control materials, assay services and consulting for microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and virology. Headquartered in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, we have additional facilities in California, Kentucky, and Michigan.

Our award-winning culture is friendly, collaborative, and supportive, providing endless opportunities for individuals to learn and grow, both personally and professionally. At Microbiologics, we believe that "great vision without great people is irrelevant." That's why we are always looking for great people to join our dynamic, innovative company as we provide the highest quality biomaterials for a safer, healthier world.

What can we offer you?

Glad you asked!

We have a comprehensive benefits package that includes your standard benefits such as health and dental insurance, health savings account (company funded), life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a 401k program with a generous match to name a few.  In addition, we are proud to support our team and their families by offering daycare assistance, tuition reimbursement, bonus potential, a competitive compensation and benefits package, and plenty of opportunities for training and growth. 

 If you have a passion for science, we encourage you to apply!

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