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Technician, Microbiology

Rancho California, CA 92591

Posted: 08/19/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 613959 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Technician 1 Laboratory

Responsibilities:
  • Perform laboratory testing per routine documented procedures, perform sterilization and test validations. As needed, perform tasks for maintenance of the microbiology laboratory.
  • Support the Microbiology Laboratory: Equipment preparation and sterilization/depyrogenation; Preparation of media; General laboratory cleaning; Preparation of specialty test samples; and Ordering of supplies.
  • Perform Test Procedures: Perform self-contained sterility testing; Perform bioburden estimation of devices, components, and solutions; Perform endotoxin testing of devices, components, and solutions; and Perform validation of product test procedures.
  • Perform Environmental Monitoring: Perform certification testing of cleanrooms (particle counts, air velocity, pressure differential, microbial count, air filter leak test).
  • Documentation of laboratory procedures: Accurate record-keeping of lab procedures performed and their results; and Archiving of lab records.
  • Modification of controlled documents via the Change Order process.
  • Troubleshoot/Brainstorm microbiological test procedures, cleanroom environmental disruptions, and sterilization cycles.
  • Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
  • Comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
  • Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma / GED or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Two or four-year degree in microbiology/biology or a minimum of a two-year science curriculum desired.
  • Minimum 1-year Medical device experience preferred.
  • Some laboratory experience desired. (Experience may be through post-high school courses).
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • Solid computer skills.
  • Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
  • Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
  • Strong verbal and written communications with the ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
  • Multitasking, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines in a timely manner.
  • Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
  • Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.




Pay Rate Range: $15-18/hr. Salary will be commensurate with experience 

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.