OverviewPosition Summary:Develop and execute a comprehensive program to monitor and manage microbiological control across the manufacturing processes. Identify and drive improvements to equipment, facilities, and procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
The annual base salary range for this role is currently $100,000 to $130,000. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.
This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave.
ResponsibilitiesKey Accountabilities: Develop a systematic program of microbial control in the facility which includes but is not limited to:
- Development of a cleaning and sanitation program for the plant and equipment.
- Develop a testing regimen which ensures tight control over the microbial/fungal load of the plant and equipment.
- Develop and implement a similar program with key suppliers where necessary.
- Responsible for day-to-day microbiological testing.
- Plans and conducts advanced scientific assignments requiring leadership and mastery of specialized techniques.
- Applies scientific method and experimental design in problem solving.
- Uses scientific expertise to provide solutions to problems which require technical expertise.
- Applies expertise in ingenuous and creative ways.
- Defines mid-to-long term objectives.
- Able to implement plan to accomplish objectives.
- May direct the work of other scientists.
- Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
- Writes reports and technical summaries and may represent company to outside organizations.
- Maintains comprehensive knowledge of scientific literature and industry best practices in relation of the biology of microorganisms, their sanitization from production processes/ equipment as well as the field of preservatives applicable to IVD products.
- Handles broad assignments and objectives under minimum direction to accomplish short- term goals.
- Maintains work in a GMP environment.
- Performs other related duties, as position may require, at the direction of your manager.
Budget Managed (if applicable). NIA
Internal Networking/Key Relationships:- To be determined based on department needs
Skills & Capabilities:- Ability to do benchwork. Knowledge of Microsoft Office. SAP experience preferred. Strong communication and written skills.
QualificationsMinimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:- This position requires at a minimum a B.S. degree in microbiology, or equivalent; an advanced degree is preferred.
- Duties require broad use and application of scientific principles, theories, and concepts in the field of microbiology.
- The successful candidate should have demonstrated success in developing similar programs in industrial settings, i.e. food processing plants, pharmaceuticals or equivalent.
- Experience in a regulated environment is a plus.
International Mobility: N/A
Travel Requirements: - Able to travel when required in order to fully support microbial assessments of raw materials and product failure investigations.
