Quality Control Lab Technician I (R&D)
We are currently looking to add a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to our team in St. Cloud, MN. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Quality Control (QC) department with daily, weekly, and monthly tasks while also assisting other departments.
What can I expect in this role?
In this position, you will work 7 am 4:30 pm Monday thru Thursday, and 7:00 am 11:00 am on Friday.
Some key duties in this role include:
Performs Quality Control inspection of purchased and prepared materials. This includes but is not limited to raw materials, media, components, and diluents. Ensures identification and traceability of material.
Tests accurately and documents results in a timely manner according to Company policies and procedures.
Responsible for chain of custody and distribution of samples to various QC processes.
Maintains inventory levels and orders supplies for product testing throughout the department.
Under the direction of their Supervisor, maintenance tasks are conducted to keep the laboratory equipment within compliance of standards.
o Maintaining QC microorganisms for laboratory testing
o Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment or instrumentation, i.e. staining station, pH meter, balance, Gene Xpert.
o Verification of pipettes
o Recording temperatures as required
o Environmental Monitoring and Laboratory Water Testing
Performs maintenance per General Maintenance Schedule when applicable.
Responsible for labware
o Preparation of labware to be autoclaved.
o Sterility testing
o Residue checking of washed labware.
o Wash labware when necessary.
Prepares reagents in compliance with the appropriate procedure.
What makes you a good fit?
Our goal is finding the right individual for our team we firmly believe that the right person is someone to invest in and invite to join our family.
Here is what we are looking for:
Were seeking a Lab Technician who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is passionate about contributing to Microbiologics mission. The ideal candidate will bring the mindset and values that drive our success.
We value team members who:
Take initiative self-starters who dont wait to be told what to doLive our core values We win together, we are driven to achieve, we are brave, bold, and confident, and we careWant to grow continuously seeking to learn and improveHave strong technical and analytical skills able to design, execute, and interpret laboratory experimentsCollaborate across functions effectively working with diverse teams and disciplinesTroubleshoot effectively identifying problems quickly and developing solutionsStay organized managing tasks, samples, and data with accuracyAnticipate challenges proactively spotting potential issues and addressing them before they escalate
If this sounds like you, youll feel right at home hereand youll help us push the boundaries of whats possible.
Education and/or experience required:
Two-year microbiology or related degree or equivalent work experience required.The ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
Who is Microbiologics?
Microbiologics is one of the fastest growing international biotechnology companies in the nation. We are the worlds leading experts and go-to collaborators in biological products and services, focused on protecting the health and safety of people around the world. For over 50 years, we have been partnering with healthcare and life science laboratories, manufacturers, and suppliers across the globe to co-create and provide biological control materials, assay services and consulting for microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and virology. Headquartered in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, we have additional facilities in California, Kentucky, and Michigan.
Our award-winning culture is friendly, collaborative, and supportive, providing endless opportunities for individuals to learn and grow, both personally and professionally. At Microbiologics, we believe that "great vision without great people is irrelevant." That's why we are always looking for great people to join our dynamic, innovative company as we provide the highest quality biomaterials for a safer, healthier world.
What can we offer you?
Glad you asked!
We have a comprehensive benefits package that includes your standard benefits such as health and dental insurance, health savings account (company funded), life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a 401k program with a generous match to name a few. In addition, we are proud to support our team and their families by offering daycare assistance, tuition reimbursement, bonus potential, a competitive compensation and benefits package, and plenty of opportunities for training and growth.
If you have a passion for science, we encourage you to apply!
