Planet Pharma ยท 2 days ago
Quality Control Microbiology Tech
Frederick, MD
Contract
Onsite
Entry Level
$20/hr - $23/hr
1+ years expPlanet Pharma is seeking a highly motivated individual to join them as a QC Microbiology Technician in their new commercial cell therapy production center located in Frederick, MD. The role involves providing Quality Control microbiological testing for clinical and commercial manufactured products, along with various responsibilities related to environmental monitoring and product testing.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Hiring Manager
Mykala Irsik
Responsibilities
Perform environmental monitoring of cleanrooms
Collect water samples to ensure all sample collected per schedule and tested on time
Perform and review microbiological assays such as Gram Stain, Endotoxin, Sterility, Microbial Identification, Growth Promotion, Bioburden and Plate Reading
Perform and review visual inspection of final product
Data entry and trend data as needed and prepare slides for management
Assist in investigations regarding out of specifications (OOS) results, address and manage deviations related to micro procedures
Routine maintenance of lab equipment and lab spaces
Review and approve all final product release test results
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
AA Degree and 1+ years experience in Microbiology lab/Environmental Monitoring OR HS Degree and 2+ years experience in Microbiology lab/Environmental Monitoring
Preferred
Experience in the application of microbiological techniques such as environmental air monitoring, water testing, surface monitoring
Experience in aseptic techniques and clean room operations
Ability to gown for entry into Aseptic core and supporting areas, and lift approximately 25 lbs
Ability to pass vision exam for visual inspection
Knowledge of GMP, SOPs and quality control processes for commercial manufacturing
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environment
Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
Ability to be flexible with schedule, and work overtime as needed
Company
Planet Pharma
Planet Pharma is a pharmaceuticals company.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cynthia Lewis
Senior Executive Recruiter, Life Sciences - PPG Advisory Partners
Emma Morris
President, PPG Advisory Partners
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