<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description 
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing
If you’re looking for a rewarding career, apply with us today!&nbsp;&nbsp;
Job Description 
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Microbiologist&nbsp;with experience in water system monitoring, microbiological testing, and environmental monitoring in a GMP-regulated setting. The analyst will be responsible for collecting and testing water and clean steam samples, performing environmental monitoring, and analyzing facility cleaning and in-process samples. Responsibilities could include:
Water system&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Collection of samples from the facility water and clean steam systems</li>
<li>Microbiological testing of the facility and/or laboratory water purification system samples.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>GMP review of data</li>
<li>Qualification and Release of Media</li>
<li>Analytical testing of the facility cleaning samples and Microbial testing of facility In-Process samples</li>
<li>Initiation and follow-up of exceeded alert and action limits per procedure</li>
<li>Participation in the preparation of monthly trending reports</li>
</ul>
Environmental Monitoring
<ul>
<li>Performs plate readings for all environmental monitoring samples as necessary</li>
<li>Performs environmental monitoring, including unmanned Environmental Monitoring in accordance with Sterile Operations schedule</li>
</ul>
Laboratory Support:
<ul>
<li>Logs microbiological testing media and reagents and performs growth promotion</li>
<li>Provides testing support for validation work such as for Validation Maintenance</li>
<li>Provides support for third-party testing, including preparation of documents and shipment of samples, sample tracking, and documentation archiving using LabWare</li>
<li>Provides Microbial Identification support, including documentation, subculturing, Gram stains (where applicable), ensuring chain of custody, review of any vendor report, and interfacing with the vendors</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
The Ideal Candidate will Have:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Experience in a Quality Control Lab or Sterile Suite&nbsp;</li>
<li>Familiarity with cGMP's</li>
<li>Excellent communication (oral and written)</li>
<li>Strong Attention to Detail&nbsp;</li>
<li>A client-focused mindset&nbsp;and a commitment to exceptional service.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualificaitons:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Biology or Microbiology or Associate’s Degree with a minimum of 1 year of Microbiological experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude</li>
<li>Ability to work flexible hours at times to support business needs.</li>
<li>Experience with Microsoft Office&nbsp;</li>
<li>Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
What to Expect in the Hiring Process:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter</li>
<li>45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader</li>
</ul>
Additional Details:&nbsp;
The position is full-time, Monday-Friday from 7am-3pm. Candidates living within a commutable distance of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Excellent full-time benefits including:
<ul>
<li>comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options</li>
<li>Life and disability insurance</li>
<li>401(k) with company match</li>
<li>Paid vacation and holiday</li>
</ul>
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services®&nbsp;(PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ sites dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.
We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR, and a great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.
To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.eurofinsus.com" target="_blank">www.eurofinsus.com</a>.
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Microbiologist I

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionYoh Life Sciences is&nbsp;hiring a Microbiologist for our Irvine, CA client.&nbsp; This role will be responsible for environmental controls in an aseptic processing operation, and all other microbiology testing related to customer products and operations. Industry: Biopharmaceuticals Location: Irvine, CA Compensation: $25-35/hr Type: Permanent&nbsp; Shift: M-F 8-5pm Essential Functions and Responsibilities - Duties: 
<ul>
<li>Maintains qualification for all microbiology sampling procedures and test methods; performs testing as needed to support business needs.</li>
<li>Coordinates with contracts testing laboratories and experts as needed.</li>
<li>Reviews process and testing documentation as needed to ensure complete and accurate records are maintained.</li>
<li>Assists in the conduct of vendor audits as a microbiology subject matter expert, as needed.</li>
<li>Extensive experience in Microbiology and EM groups and can lead actively and / or participate in technical projects pertaining to microbiology related testing processes, including but not limited to method development, transfer and validation activities, sanitization studies, media fill qualification activities, etc.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Performs method validation/ suitability for microbiological tests, specifically bioburden and sterility testing.</li>
<li>Performs trending analyses of data collected via environmental, personnel and utility monitoring in support of investigations, Quality Management Review, Annual Product Review, etc.; publish conclusions and make recommendations for process changes as applicable.</li>
<li>Investigates and documents any identified excursions or trends, including root cause analysis, impact assessment, and identification of corrective / preventive actions.</li>
<li>Plans and implements corrective and preventive actions (including procedure and test method revisions), and assists/measures the effectiveness of such changes.</li>
<li>Assesses processes and procedure changes proposed by others for potential impact on environmental monitoring / microbiology testing processes.</li>
<li>Authors technical protocols and reports for QC Microbiology.</li>
<li>Writes protocols, review data, and write final reports.</li>
<li>Prepares reports for other Microbiological tests.</li>
<li>Develops and prepares Environmental Monitoring Trend reports specifically for an aseptic manufacturing facility.</li>
</ul>
 Requirements
<ul>
<li>4-year degree in biology relate fields (i.e., biology, biochemistry, microbiology, etc.)</li>
<li>3+ years of experience in commercial biotechnology or pharmaceutical production environment preferred.</li>
</ul>
 #IND-SPG Estimated Min Rate: $52000.00 Estimated Max Rate: $72800.00 Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations.&nbsp; Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description.&nbsp; All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day &amp; Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities&amp;nbsp</a>;to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.&nbsp; All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.Company DescriptionFounded in 1940, Yoh operates from 75 locations throughout North America and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Yoh was the nation’s first technology staffing firm. As a business unit of Day &amp; Zimmermann, Yoh has a flourishing global footprint, as our parent company operates from more than 150 worldwide locations. Company Website: <a href="https://www.yoh.com/" target="_blank">https://www.yoh.com/</a> 
<h3>Company Description</h3>
Founded in 1940, Yoh operates from 75 locations throughout North America and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Yoh was the nation’s first technology staffing firm. As a business unit of Day &amp; Zimmermann, Yoh has a flourishing global footprint, as our parent company operates from more than 150 worldwide locations.\r\nCompany Website: <a href="https://www.yoh.com/" target="_blank">https://www.yoh.com/</a>

Microbiologist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
Natureplex is a privately held company that was first started in 2001 and has been growing exponentially each year. We offer our own control brand but are also very strong in private label and contract packaging of enemas, feminine hygiene products, over-the-counter medications, and personal care products. We currently have two locations, one in Olive Branch, MS and one in Memphis, TN. We are rapidly growing which means there are opportunities for advancement. We currently have an immediate opening for a Microbiologiest
 
We offer benefits that include:
• Medical Insurance (we pay 80% employee coverage and 20% for dependent coverage)
• Dental insurance
• Vision
• Voluntary Life
• Short Term Disability
• Vacation
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Company paid life insurance
 
 
Natureplex is an equal opportunity employer.
Natureplex participates in E-verify.
Requirements:
Summary
The microbiologist performs related functions such as assisting and executing laboratory testing and data
analysis, test method development, stability, validation development and implementation and environmental monitoring.
Essential Functions
· Adhere with SOPs and regulatory requirements such as GMPs, GDPs, GLPs and OSHA regulations
· Perform microbiological testing related for the following microbiological test methods:
· Microbial Enumeration and Specified Microorganism (MET / SMT) testing per USP 61/ 62 * Antimicrobial Effectiveness
 Testing (AET) per USP 51 * Preservative Effectiveness Testing (PET) per USP 51 * Purified/Source Water testing per USP 
 1231 * Environmental Monitoring (EM)
· Knowledge and experience performing serial dilutions
· Experience Handling Biohazardous materials*
· Perform process validation, routine EM, cleaning validation testing, Stability Monitoring
· Microbiological growth promotion and sterility verification testing
· Receive, and release media, buffers, and microorganism cultures
· Update and review microbiological trending
· Review / record daily temperature readings of the temperature-controlled units (TCUs)
· Sanitize the laboratory incubators and refrigerators per the company procedures
· Maintain and coordinate equipment / instrumentation maintenance, calibration, and repair work
· Clean and sanitize the microbiology laboratory rooms surfaces and equipment
· Participate in the proper and timely execution of testing activities in the production areas and laboratories including but not 
 limited to microbiological and antibiotic testing.
· Perform OOS investigations and assist in investigating root causes.
· Follow established standard operating procedures and methods.
· Demonstrates independence and proficiency in performing tests for all products supported by work group.
· Independently plan and completes testing, data evaluation and reporting to meet productivity, quality and teamwork metrics.
· Identifies suspect/out of trend data and works with management to complete an investigation.
· Maintain compliance with legal regulations on occupational safety and health.
· Comply with laboratory policies and procedures preventive action &amp; continuous improvement programs to reduce operating costs
· Primary responsibilities do not limit the responsibilities to work in the analytical lab. Help in the analytical lab as needed.
· Other duties as needed.
Competencies
· Able to think analytically and methodically to address laboratory issues
· Able to troubleshoot instrument errors
· Able to operate with integrity and transparency
· Able to communicate effectively both oral and written
· Reliability, adaptability and problem-solving
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
· Analytical testing
· Microbiology testing
· Sterility testing
Work Environment
· Laboratory setting, some hot and cold conditions
· The noise level is moderate
· Strong odors
Equipment Used and Physical Demands
· Occasionally lift or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally move up to 25 lbs.
· Occasionally required to occasionally prolonged standing, walking, and climbing stairs
· Frequently required to reach with hands and arms; communicate both oral and written utilizing personal computer
· Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus
Expected Hours of Work
· Monday – Friday, 40 + hours
· Some Saturdays as needed
 
Required Education and Experience
· Associate’s degree and 5 years related experience or BS, and 2 years related experience.
· Pharmaceutical experience is preferred.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
· Some laboratory experience
· GMP environment

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing and audit and certification services. The Certified Group of companies includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, Labstat International Inc., Advanced Botanical Consulting &amp; Testing (ABC Testing Inc.), Microconsult Inc. and Micro Quality Labs Inc. The Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food &amp; beverage, dietary supplements &amp; NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, cannabis, nicotine and hemp industries. 
We are currently looking for a Microbiologist to join our growing team!
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Study the growth, characteristics and effects of bacteria and other microorganisms to better understand their relation to human, plant and animal health.</li>
<li>Perform sterility testing</li>
<li>Perform API strips &amp; troubleshoot issues and concerns regarding cross-contamination</li>
<li>Adapt and understand the procedures from CTFA, AOAC and others as needed. </li>
<li>Perform Total Plate Counts, Enrichments, Preservative Effectiveness Testing, raw material testing, bulk testing, water testing and other tests.</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Must have a B.S. in Microbiology </li>
<li>Knowledge of current CTFA/PCPC, AOAC and other industry standard methods and procedures.</li>
<li>Understanding of pharmaceutical, cosmetic and nutritional microbiology.</li>
<li>Understanding and knowledge of the European, United States, Japanese and other Pharmacopeias.</li>
<li>Experience performing microbial testing on pharmaceutical, cosmetic and nutritional raw materials, water samples, bulk &amp; finished products. Example of these tests are: Total Plate Count (TPC), Yeast &amp; Mold, Enrichments and Preservative Effectiveness Testing (PET).</li>
<li>At minimum, 2 or more years of microbiological testing experience in the cosmetic, nutritional or pharmaceutical industries. </li>
<li>Computer literate. Be able to work with Microsoft programs, search engines, basic spreadsheets, etc.</li>
<li>Able to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast paced environment.</li>
<li>Able to adapt to changes to improve company process.</li>
<li>May assist in overseeing work performed by Microbiology Technician.</li>
</ul>
Benefits: 
<ul>
<li>Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan</li>
<li>Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance</li>
<li>Group Medical</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts</li>
<li>Dental</li>
<li>Paid Holidays and Time Off</li>
<li>Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program</li>
</ul>
Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
WML provides on job training including safety procedures.
Prepare media and broth for use in microbiology testing.
Perform instrumentation maintenance.
Clean up laboratory and autoclave laboratory waste as required.
Data entry using MS excel.
Must maintain neat, accurate and complete records and logs.
Must be able to focus continuous attention to detail with operations requiring some diversification in approach to fairly routine processes.
Customer service, lots of customer interaction on phone and in person.
Other duties that come up, whatever it takes to get the job done.
PDE (Pay Depends on Experience)
Company DescriptionWater Management Laboratories, Inc., is an accredited environmental testing laboratory in Tacoma established in 1976. We are the EPA reference lab for State of WA for multiple procedures in inorganic and organic chemistry and microbiology. Our focus is on drinking water, wastewater, storm water, surface water, soil, solids, and we can do much more. 
<h3>Company Description</h3>
Water Management Laboratories, Inc., is an accredited environmental testing laboratory in Tacoma established in 1976. We are the EPA reference lab for State of WA for multiple procedures in inorganic and organic chemistry and microbiology. Our focus is on drinking water, wastewater, storm water, surface water, soil, solids, and we can do much more.

About Us
Pace Life Sciences
Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. We advance the science of our pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical customers through the drug development process, from early-phase R&amp;D through clinical trials and GMP commercial product support. For customers with in-house manufacturing and labs, Pace provides professional services to support their operations.
 Job Description
 Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Microbiologist to join our Quality Control team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a sterile fill finish manufacturing environment and a strong background in microbiological testing. This role is essential to ensuring the sterility and safety of our products. 
 Key Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li> Perform routine and non-routine microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. </li>
<li> Conduct environmental monitoring of the manufacturing facility, including air, surface, and personnel monitoring. </li>
<li> Perform endotoxin, bioburden and particulate matter testing. </li>
<li> Develop and validate microbiological methods in compliance with regulatory guidelines. </li>
<li> Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments. </li>
<li> Document and review test results accurately and promptly. </li>
<li> Investigate and resolve any microbiological quality issues or deviations. </li>
<li> Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development and manufacturing processes. </li>
<li> Ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, and other regulatory requirements. </li>
</ul>
 Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li> Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field. </li>
<li> Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a microbiology role within a sterile fill finish manufacturing environment. </li>
<li> Proficiency in microbiological techniques such as aseptic techniques, microbial enumeration, and endotoxin testing. </li>
<li> Strong understanding of GMP, GLP, and regulatory requirements. </li>
<li> Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. </li>
<li> Ability to work independently and as part of a team. </li>
<li> Strong communication and documentation skills. </li>
</ul>
 Additional Information
Benefits
80 hrs of paid vacation per year, 7 paid holidays per year, 2 floating holidays per year (prorated based on start date), 40 hrs paid sick time per year, paid bereavement leave (days based on relation to the employee), 8 hrs paid volunteer time per year, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, traditional 401k and ROTH 401k with a company match, HSA, FSA, employee referral bonus, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement program, employee recognition program, voluntary ID theft coverage, voluntary legal coverage, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance. 
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
 Work Schedule Mon-Fri dayshift

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Microbiologist II serves as the technical subject matter expert with regards to environmental control in an aseptic processing operation, and all other microbiology testing related to customer products and operations. The responsibilities of this position require effective cross-functional interaction at all levels, working within other groups to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement of environmental control and microbiology testing.
 This position will report directly to Director of Microbiology. PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
<ul>
<li>Extensive experience in Microbiology and EM groups and can lead actively and / or participate in technical projects pertaining to microbiology related testing processes, including but not limited to method development, transfer and validation activities, sanitization studies, media fill qualification activities, etc.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Performs method validation/ suitability for microbiological tests, specifically bioburden and sterility testing.</li>
<li>Performs trending analyses of data collected via environmental, personnel and utility monitoring in support of investigations, Quality Management Review, Annual Product Review, etc.; publish conclusions and make recommendations for process changes as applicable.</li>
<li>Investigates and documents any identified excursions or trends, including root cause analysis, impact assessment, and identification of corrective / preventive actions.</li>
<li>Plans and implements corrective and preventive actions (including procedure and test method revisions), and assists/measures the effectiveness of such changes.</li>
<li>Assesses processes and procedure changes proposed by others for potential impact on environmental monitoring / microbiology testing processes.</li>
<li>Participates in cross-functional meetings when needed and training sessions with manufacturing operations.</li>
<li>Regularly interacts with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers.</li>
<li>Authors technical protocols and reports for QC Microbiology.</li>
<li>Assists management in establishing operational objectives, goals, and project assignments.</li>
<li>Works through and solves complex projects/problems, where data and situation analysis are required. </li>
<li>Works on special projects and studies.</li>
<li>Writes protocols, review data, and write final reports. </li>
<li>Prepares reports for other Microbiological tests. </li>
<li>Develops and prepares Environmental Monitoring Trend reports specifically for an aseptic manufacturing facility. </li>
</ul>
Laboratory Support Activities:
<ul>
<li>Maintains qualification for all microbiology sampling procedures and test methods; performs testing as needed to support business needs.</li>
<li>Coordinates and/or conducts training for new laboratory personnel; provides technical assistance to laboratory personnel as needed.</li>
<li>Coordinates with contracts testing laboratories and experts as needed.</li>
<li>Reviews process and testing documentation as needed to ensure complete and accurate records are maintained.</li>
<li>Assists in the conduct of vendor audits as a microbiology subject matter expert, as needed.</li>
<li>Supports Agency, customer and vendor audits as needed.</li>
<li>Performs other tasks, projects, and duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Requirements
<ul>
<li>4-year degree in biology relate fields (i.e., biology, biochemistry, microbiology, etc.)</li>
<li>3+ years of experience in commercial biotechnology or pharmaceutical production environment preferred.</li>
</ul>

Microbiologist II

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
ABOUT UDA:
UDA is a local, family-owned, dairy cooperative committed to serve the needs of our members, community, and customers by providing high quality milk and dairy products. As the only milk marketing co-op in the state, UDA oversees the production, processing, and marketing of Arizona’s finest milk products from farm to Retail in 48 hours or less. From sweet cream and butter to non-fat dry milk, UDA provides milk products to manufactures and supermarket chains throughout the Grand Canyon State.
Our motto at UDA is “United in Excellence.” The dairy industry’s success isn’t built on one dairy or brand, it’s built on the community as a whole - this includes our amazing employees. When you join UDA, you’re not just joining a business, you’re joining a family. Since 1960 UDA has been headquartered, operated, and managed in Arizona. We strive to provide our employees with rewarding career opportunities aimed at long-term stability, growth, and advancement. We put our heart and soul into our products and value our team who show up, every day and do the work.
Job Summary: 
The Microbiologist is responsible for conducting both qualitative and quantitative testing on finished products, in process, water and environmental samples using aseptic techniques.&nbsp; The Microbiologist follows all GLP/GDP guidelines and ensures that test results are accurate and in compliance with company policies. 
MICROBIOLOGIST PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
<ul>
<li>Apply aseptic/microbiological techniques in daily workload and prepare and analyze samples for indicator organisms and pathogens according to acceptable methods.</li>
<li>Keep accurate and legible records and understand GDP.</li>
<li>Independently pursue an assigned series of processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with the Standard Methods for the Examination of Dairy Products, Quality Manual, Chemical Hygiene Plan, Safety Manual, and approved laboratory procedures.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Accurately perform and read test results and notify QA management of deviations.</li>
<li>Prepare media and reagents as needed for daily microbiological testing.</li>
<li>Maintain a high degree of technical competence by attending professional workshops and being aware of food industry issues and trends&nbsp;</li>
<li>Report inventory and expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements. </li>
<li>Assist in quality control duties to by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls etc., and other laboratory quality control procedures including quality control documentation. </li>
<li>Assist with the coordination of sample collection, transport, and receiving. </li>
<li>Maintain a clean and sanitary work area at all times. </li>
<li>Adhere to all SOP’s and HACCP guidelines</li>
<li>Always maintain food safety and quality standards, resolving and/or reporting compliance issues immediately</li>
</ul>
MICROBIOLOGIST - QUALIFICATIONS:
Skills &amp; Abilities:
<ul>
<li>Excellent Aseptic technique and use of biological hood</li>
<li>Versed in GMP/GLP, FDA, SMEDP, ADPI, AOAC and other method reference sources</li>
<li>
Ability to work a variety of 12-hour shifts, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
</li>
<li>Competent in the use of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams. </li>
<li>Detail orientated and the ability to conduct laboratory testing in a precise and accurate manner. </li>
<li>Able to prioritize daily workload and meet laboratory deadlines as expected. </li>
<li>Must have good verbal and written communication skills. </li>
<li>Requires ability to read, hear, speak, and comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions &amp; Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)</li>
</ul>
Experience: (required)
<ul>
<li>1-4 years related experience in similar function or industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li>
</ul>
Experience: (preferred)
<ul>
<li>Experience that includes working in a GMP regulated industry preferred. </li>
<li>1-2 years of Microbiology experience preferred</li>
</ul>
Education/Certifications:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, or related field of study, or equivalent work experience in microbiology in related field. </li>
</ul>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled individuals to satisfactorily perform the essential functions.
<ul>
<li>Requires ability to walk and stand for 12 or more hours at a time. </li>
<li>Requires ability to safely operate equipment. </li>
<li>Requires ability to work safely within the laboratory environment. </li>
<li>Requires ability to visually observe the condition of surroundings. </li>
<li>Requires ability to stoop, bend, reach, lift and carry items up to 55lbs often. </li>
<li>Requires ability to push and pull items frequently up to 55lbs. </li>
<li>Requires ability to hear and speak and frequently hear and speak in very noisy environments. </li>
<li>Requires ability to work in confined spaces occasionally. </li>
<li>Requires ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
BENEFITS:
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental &amp; Vision plans</li>
<li>401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match</li>
<li>Disability Insurance</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Health &amp; Wellness Programs</li>
<li>Paid Time Off</li>
<li>Shift Pay Differential</li>
<li>Education Assistance</li>
<li>On-site Fitness Center</li>
<li>On-Site Health Clinic &nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list; employees may be subject to additional, or altered, tasks and the scope of the role may change as necessitated by business demands. UDA will not consider any application submissions from unauthorized third-parties, consulting, or external staffing firms and will not be held subject, or liable, to any terms, fees, or penalties associated with a submission. 
UDA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. 
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