1-Year Contract

$18/Hour

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.