Associate 1, Quality Control Microbiology (Wednesday to Saturday 2pm to 12am)

Durham County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Quality Control

Job Summary

Position Overview

The Associate 1 Quality Control (QC) Microbiology is an entry level position responsible for performing routine microbiological testing of clean utility environmental monitoring and manufacturing batch samples. This role performs routine laboratory testing and support activities and participates in continuous improvement initiatives.

Company Overview

At FUJIFILM Biotechnologies were leading the charge in advancing tomorrows medicines. If you want to be a part of life-impacting projects alongside todays most innovative biopharmaceutical companies FUJIFILM Biotechnologies could be the right place for you.

From our Bioprocess Innovation Center to our cGMP-compliant manufacturing site we thrive on collaboration creativity and purpose. Whether your expertise lies in research manufacturing or production youll find a home here where your efforts directly improve patients lives. Together lets shape the future of healthcare.

Situated at the cross-section of Morrisville and Research Triangle Park (RTP) North Carolina our site is at the heart of a booming biotech hub surrounded by top universities vibrant communities and various outdoor opportunities.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare electronics business innovation and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of giving our world more smiles. Visit: Description

Responsibilities:

Provides facility support through the collection and testing of site clean utilities (e.g. water stem and compressed gases)
Performs basic microbiological testing (e.g. Bioburden Endotoxin and Growth Promotion) per department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and test methods for samples associated manufactured batches
Reviews laboratory testing results and enters data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Performs environmental monitoring of controlled manufacturing environments as needed
Ensures laboratory maintains inspection readiness data integrity and Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) compliance
Assists management with technical services such as initiating events (e.g. deviations and non-conformances) within quality systems
Identifies and solves problems while consulting and under the direction of management
Participates in project developments from concept through execution ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of Microbiology experience; or
Associates degree in Life Science Pharmaceutical or related field with 2 years of Microbiology experience; or
Bachelors degree in Life Science or Biology with no previous experience
Experience with data management systems (e.g. LIMS TrackWise)
Knowledge of aseptic techniques and behaviors
Effective communication both written and verbal
Basic technical writing and problem-solving skills
Ability to complete work both independently and under guidance from Supervision
Ability to systematically approach daily tasks
Ability to effectively collaborate with coworkers and internal clients
Familiarity with United States Pharmacopeia and European Pharmacopeia
Ability to support audit readiness for the laboratory
Willingness to learn and incorporate lean lab and six sigma principles into the work environment
Ability to manage and complete tasks according to a structured plan
Basic understanding and familiarity with data management systems such as TrackWise LIMS and capability to learn basic use and navigation within the systems
Must be flexible to support 24/7 manufacturing facility

Preferred Experience:

1-2 years of CGMP laboratory experience

Working Environment:

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time up to 60 to 120 minutes
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time up to 60 to 120 minutes
Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists hands and/or fingers.
Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools.
Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 10 pounds.
Ability to bend push or pull reach to retrieve materials from 18 to 60 in height and use twisting motions.

Environmental Conditions:

Will work in warm/cold environments (2-8 C Range)

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Position OverviewThe Associate 1 Quality Control (QC) Microbiology is an entry level position responsible for performing routine microbiological testing of clean utility environmental monitoring and manufacturing batch samples. This role performs routine laboratory testing and support activities and...