QA/QC Microbiologist I

Company: Probi
Location: Redmond
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

COMPANY INFORMATIONProbi - is a global company focused exclusively on researching, manufacturing, and delivering probiotics for supplements and functional food. We are experts at managing stable, live bacteria from R&D through every stage of the manufacturing process and are dedicated to making the health-enhancing benefits of probiotics available to people everywhere.
Probi USA manufactures a wide variety of probiotic products including bulk probiotic powders, capsules, tablets and bottled products. Our probiotics are fermented, harvested and frozen at our Redmond facility.
We are currently searching for a QA/QC Microbiologist I, to work in our Redmond, WA facility. This is a full-time position working a Tuesday-Saturday shift. Hours are 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
POSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for performing basic Microbiology laboratory analyses including calibration, tracking, sample preparation, sample analysis and reporting of materials, processes, and products to ensure they meet the company's quality standards.
KEY DUTIES

• In accordance with standard methods and procedures, perform microbiological and physical analyses of raw, in-process and finished materials to support production in a GMP environment.
• Maintain records of analytical results both in paper and electronic format for archive and retrieval of data.
• Prepare product and raw material release documents for all analyses performed in the Redmond laboratory.
• Record environmental monitoring and equipment calibrations as required under GMP/GLP.
• Maintain laboratory in a clean, organized, and supplied state including media preparation, inventory control, and sanitation.
• Special projects as assigned.
  COMPANY/JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • A bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology or related scientific field, or High School Diploma/GED with 2 years of related professional experience.
  • Knowledge of food microbiological testing and GMP/GLP is a plus!!
  • The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, dependable, good work ethic, and works well in a team environment.
  • Must be able to read, write, and converse in the English language.
  • Must be able to pass background check.
  • Follow GMP, PPE, and company safety policies in performance of job duties.
  • Maintain good attendance.
    BENEFITS FOR US EMPLOYEES
    • $1,000 Bonus for new hourly employees! Paid on a graduated payment schedule: $100 after 2 weeks, $200 after 30 days, $300 after 60 days, $400 after 6 months! (paid on the corresponding paycheck)
    • Medical, vision, and dental coverage available after 30 days (and start of the next month) with 85% paid by employer for employee and 20% for dependents.
    • Long and short-term disability insurance at no cost to the employee.
    • Tuition Reimbursement Program.
    • Employee Assistance Program free to employees.
    • PTO (Paid Time Off) accrues upon hire, up to 4 weeks (20 days) per year and increases with years of service.
    • Nine (9) paid holidays per year.
    • 17 hours per calendar year to volunteer out in the community.
    • Membership in 401K and Roth plan after 6 months with up to 4% employer match.
    • Employee Referral Program.
    • Free parking, free coffee, and Thursday breakfast goodies!
      Probi USA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other protected factor.
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