Microbiologist

Microbiologist

Reporting directly to the Total Quality Manager (TQM), the Microbiologist position is responsible for the entire CNA microbiology program for raw materials and finished products & processes which specify microbiology requirements. The Microbiologist utilizes critical thinking and attention-to-detail skills to review, monitor, and approve microbiology results to a specific quality standard. As a member of the quality and laboratory team, this position also has specific responsibilities which contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the QA/QC process. Works with all levels of management and associates to facilitate problem solving and ensure customer quality standards are achieved.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

• A Microbiology or Biology B.A. or B.S oriented degree or higher in a related discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education.

Kind & Length of Experience:

• The individual must have 3+ years of progressive experience in a GMP microbiology laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with microbiological aseptic sampling preferable.
• Experience with EPA, USP or other compendia microbiological methodology preferable.
• Proven attention-to-detail and decision-making skills in a scientific environment.
• Ability to work alone on a task and self-manage time.

HACCP Membership Responsibilities

• Selected by management
• Complete a HACCP training course
• Understand and apply the 7 Principles of HAACP
• Maintain a HACCP manual
• Develop, implement, and maintain the HACCP program within CNA for food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical applications
• React, investigate, and implement corrective actions to any issue that is brought to attention that would impact the quality and safety of the products listed under the HAACP program
• Attend monthly HACCP meetings
• Review Management of Change documents as it relates to the area of expertise within the HAACP team
• Participate as an internal auditor for prerequisite programs and HACCP processes
• In the absence of this person, the supervisor is responsible for ensuring functions are completed as necessary to maintain the safety and quality of product.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES AND STANDARDS

• Owns and is responsible for the Micro Daily Management plan for CNA.
• Reviews & approves all microbiological results for release for all raw materials and finished products that define a micro specification.
• Investigates all micro quality issues, complaints, or aberrant data. Provides technical expertise to minimize any potential micro contamination issues and supports production investigations by root cause analysis.
• Serves on the HACCP team as expert microbiologist for risk assessments, critical control point evaluations, and investigations.
• Responsible for the maintenance and improvement of key QA/QC processes with the organization as assigned.
• Sets up and conducts microbiological experiments, sampling, and analyses, using aseptic techniques and methodology.
• Orders and inventories materials to maintain supplies for work.
• Maintains, cleans & sanitizes, or calibrates laboratory instruments or equipment as needed.
• Serves as analytical laboratory back-up support for analyses as needed.
• Serves as support to Corporate Quality for document control, records control, internal auditing, management of change, and other Corporate QA programs.
• In your absence you are to ensure that the tasks assigned to you are adequately covered by trained personnel. You are responsible to communicate and work with your manager to ensure your workload is covered when you are out.
• Conform with the EHS&S Policy and the Cardinal Rules.
• Maintaining a safe and secure workplace and meet environmental site requirements.
• Support the EHS&S objectives and targets, and any specific action plans or management programs assigned.
• Report accidents and incidents to a supervisor or the EHS&S department.
• Participate in required EHS&S training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Cremer Training Required

• We will follow the company written training program for this position.

Customer Service, Teamwork & Code of Conduct

• Maintain a safe, legal and environmentally protective operation
• Listen to our customers, suppliers and employees
• Respond quickly to customer concerns
• Follow set guidelines for GMP, quality and food safety requirements
• Maintain training on applicable procedures in quality, GMP, and food safety
• Report any food safety, security, and/or quality issues to management or the HACCP team to initiate action
• Provide flexible and innovative strategies to support new business opportunities
• Be cost effective in the utilization of our resources, thereby contributing to the profitability of Cremer North America, LP and our customers
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality policies
• Strive for continued improvement
• Willing and eagerness to learn
• Maintain positive "Can Do" attitude

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, including childbirth or any related condition, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local laws.