Microbiology/ Bioburden Laboratory Technician - Milwaukee, United States - Accelerated Analytical Laboratories

Description

Accelerated Analytical Laboratories is a full-service contract cGMP-testing laboratory (Good manufacturing practice.) Laboratory ISO 17025 accredited facility, we serve local, national, and international clients.

We serve the food, medical device validation, facility monitoring services, and quality control and release testing, as well as ICH stability storage., natural products, OTC (over-the-counter) medications, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics markets.

Within those markets, we test a wide variety of consumer products:
pet food, lotions, shampoos, cleaning supplies, vitamins, water, and prepared foods, just to name a few. Our specialties include microbiology and chemistry, compendia methods, process and method.


Job Summary:
The Microbiology Technician accurately tests incoming client samples for the enumeration and/or presence/absence of various microorganisms.

The technician will be required to work in a fast-paced current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) facility, processing a variety of client samples under various internal methods.

The Microbiologists needs to have experience with bioburden.

Other tasks may include and are not limited to equipment calibration and maintenance as needed, supply inventory, and maintaining a clean laboratory environment.

Rotating weekends.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform all in accordance with laboratory procedures and policies.
• Work Cooperatively with other.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Organize, prepare, and analyze client samples according to laboratory SOP's.
• Experience with bioburden.
• Demonstrate aseptic technique throughout all laboratory actions.
• Display competency in GMP i.e., documentation and data recording.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) to maintain compliance with federal regulations and client requirements.
• Maintain a audit ready laboratory.
• Create and maintain a clean and sterile environment.
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with Accelerated Analytical Laboratories of ethic and appropriate professional standards and applicable state and federal law
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree from an accredited fouryear university (Microbiology or Medical Technology preferred)
• At least one year of previous professional laboratory experience is required
• Previous experience with USP 61 and 62 is ideal
• Able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with AAL policies and procedures
• Able to work within an environmentally controlled environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Able to read and follow directions accurately
• Experience with aseptic technique preferred
• Able to use standard laboratory equipment including laminar flow hood, pipettor, and balance
• Organizational skills, good communications skills, and attention to detail are critical
• Microsoft Office suite and electronic record experience preferred
• Able to write legibly

Working Conditions:

• May stand and sit for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours a day.
• Required to stoop, reach, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Fast paced setting within a team environment

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Occasional weekend shifts are expected

Pay:
$ $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience bioburden do you have?
• Three words to describes yourself
• Able to work Wednesday through Sunday?

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

• Laboratory experience: 1 year (preferred)

- bioburden: 1 year (preferred)


Shift availability:

• Day Shift (required)

Work Location:
In person