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Microbiologist I

Greenwood, SC 29646

Posted: 06/12/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 606828 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Target Pay Rate: 20-24.43/hr **salary will be commensurate with experience 

Job Summary:

Performs various test procedures to determine the quality and uniformity of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products in compliance with company specifications, quality standards and government regulations in support of the hard capsule business.
  • Performs, analyzes, and interprets microbial testing according to USP and regulatory requirements for raw materials, finished products, in-process samples, and stability.
  • Prepares and calculates stock cultures.
  • Performs investigations and completes CAPA in response.
  • Performs identification of microbial isolates.
  • Performs growth promotion.
  • Calibrates and verifies equipment.
  • Generates information for Core CoA for Imports and RGA(s).
  • Performs special projects.
  • Updates SOI(s) and WI(s).
  • Housekeeping of laboratory.
  • Media preparation, pH testing, sample collection, logging samples, and inventory supplies.
  • Environmental Monitoring (EM) which includes air, surface, personnel, and water.
  • Must be able to work 40 hours a week, which may include weekends, holidays, etc. 
  • Must be able to work additional hours/days as business needs dictate.
  • Attendance in the plant site is considered an essential function.
  • The Microbiologist provides backup for other Microbiologists, as well as backup for Microbiology Analyst.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Education:

Bachelor's Degree - Microbiology or equivalent field
0-4 years of experience 

Skills:
  • Strong proficiency with word processing, database and statistical computer software.
  • Strong and professional communication skills. (written and verbal)
  • Demonstrated proficiency with standard laboratory equipment.
  • Must be organized, detail oriented and able to manage multiple projects.

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.

Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.