+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | GENERAL SUMMARY | | | | We're seeking a highly-driven, dynamic, motivated Microbiology | | Technician to join our dynamic team. As a Microbiology Technician you'll | | be responsible for performing all phases of Microbiological testing for | | Quality Control and Research and Development. The position reports into | | the Microbiology Manager and entails great challenges and career | | development. | | | | DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS | | | | Performing all phases of Microbiological testing: | | Aerobic plate counts on products, bulks and raw materials. | | Enrichment procedure. | | Preservative efficacy testing (PET). | | Environmental testing: | | - Monthly air plates | | - Weekly Water testing. | | | | Auditing of proper cleaning and sanitation of equipment. | | Able to prepare all media necessary for testing | | Proper documentation of all test samples. | | Monitoring and recording of equipment temperatures. | | Proper operation and maintenance of the autoclave. | | Maintain all records. | | Manage laboratory supplies. | | Conduct any other tasks as assigned by manager. | | QUALIFICATIONS | | | | - Bachelor's Degree required- preferably in the physical sciences. | | - Biology and/or microbiology course work preferred.   | | - Ability to manage multiple projects at once and | | prioritize appropriately. | | - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. | | - Must be able to communicate problems as they arise and feel | | comfortable working with all departments | | - Must be PC literate and must be proficient in using MS Office Suite. | | - Ability to handle stress in a fast paced environment while work | | efficiently under tight timelines and achieving desired results. | | - Strong, Consistent and reliable attention to detail. | | - Ability to work independently. | | - This position is required to work at least 2 Saturdays each month. | | | | TO STAFFING AND RECRUITING AGENCIES: Our company does not accept | | unsolicited CVs or applications from agencies. We are not responsible | | for any fees related to unsolicited CVs or applications and explicitly | | reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited CV | | or application. | | | | Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all | | employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, | | religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, | | disability or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, | | Vee Pak complies with applicable state and local laws governing | | nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company | | has facilities. 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. | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+