Associate QC Microbiologist

Beautifully comprehensive skin care takes a deeper commitment. As a privately held, fully integrated global skincare company, Crown Laboratories is dedicated to developing and providing a diverse portfolio of safe and effective scientific solutions for life-long healthy skin. Our three business units, aesthetics, premium beauty, and therapeutic skincare products demonstrate Crown's mission of Skin Science for Life, which is the foundation of our commitment to partnering with consumers throughout their skin health journey, giving skin what it needs to be its healthiest and best, at every age.

Crown Laboratories, Inc. is currently recruiting for an Associate Quality Control Microbiologist

This position will be located in Johnson City, TN - (On-Site)

Job description

Learns to and performs routine microbiological quality control testing of cosmetic products, OTC products, and related materials in accordance with site policies, departmental procedures, compendial methods and cGMP regulations. Participates in programs to achieve departmental objectives; records and reports results; notes unusual results and notifies supervision for evaluation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Learns to and performs routine microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process, finished product, and stability samples following approved specification and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This may include but is not limited to antibiotic testing, bioburden/microbial limit testing, antimicrobial effectiveness testing, water testing, microbial isolation and identification techniques.
• Completes testing with a high degree of efficiency, reliability, and accuracy.
• Learns to and maintains the Microbiology Laboratory. This may include but is not limited to maintenance, calibration, and use of standard laboratory equipment.
• Logs samples received into the laboratory and assess their integrity upon receipt.
• Performs assigned work in a timely and safe manner conforming to regulatory, company, and compendial requirements.
• Records and reports test data correctly, completely and accurately within company and departmental policies and guidelines. Notifies supervision of unusual results for evaluation.
• Actively assumes and demonstrates responsibility in learning practical laboratory skills, and a thorough knowledge of microbiological theories, methodologies, and procedures.
• Acquires knowledge and understanding of company and departmental policies pertaining to cGMP, cGLP, safety, health, security, and departmental operation. Complies with company and departmental regulations, policies and guidelines while performing the duties of the job.
• Recognizes problems within the scope of the job and promptly and clearly communicates them to supervision. Follows directions and demonstrates proper judgment when a deviation occurs.
• Assist appropriate staff in initiation of Laboratory Investigation Reports (LIRs).
• Learns to recognize trends, deviations, problems, and promptly reports them to laboratory management. Follows directions and demonstrates proper judgement when a deviation occurs.
• Participates in inventory control. Maintains a neat and orderly workspace, adhering to all laboratory disinfection policies.
• Participate in and assist with microbiological-related tasks within the department.

Knowledge Necessary to Perform the Job:

• Basic concepts of Microbiology and awareness of the importance of aseptic technique in performing testing.
• The ability to effectively communicate with other departments and management status of testing and special projects.

Job Related Qualifications / Skills:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related science field
• 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience/training is preferred, but not required.
• Language Ability: Ability to read and understand applicable compendial methods, SOPs, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or government regulations; write scientific reports, business correspondence and departmental procedures.
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpreting an extensive variety of technical instruction in mathematical or diagram form and dealing with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer skills with knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and the ability to use internet tools.
• Work Environment and Physical Demands: The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Laboratory environment performing routine laboratory work with suitable testing equipment and safety equipment provided. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and working with general laboratory chemicals with proper safety equipment. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, or sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus and ability to distinguish colors.

Competency:

• Analytical: Accurately performs testing, precisely documents data and analyzes information skillfully; thorough knowledge of laboratory techniques and safety procedures.
• Technical Skills: Understands and practices microbial aseptic techniques; operates and maintains standard laboratory instrumentation; ability to apply mathematical and statistical concepts.
• Interpersonal: Effectively interfaces with management and non-management employees throughout the site, the company and outside the company. Contributes to a positive team spirit. Shows respect and sensitivity for personal and cultural differences. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Oral Communication: Listens carefully and gets clarification. Able to express complex ideas in a clear, concise manner. Capable of explaining technical issues to non-technical personnel.
• Written Communication: Writes clear, accurate, and concise technical and non-technical documents.
• Ethics/Professionalism: Works with integrity and ethically maintains confidentiality. Projects a professional and courteous business demeanor.
• Organizational Support: Supports organization's goals and values. Follows policies and procedures.
• Adaptability: Able to deal with frequent change, delays, and/or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person of impending delays with an alternate course of action. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Initiative: Meets challenges with resourcefulness.
• Quality: Observes company quality policies and procedures. Produces analytical work of high quality. Looks for and suggests ways to improve and promote quality.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Responsible for meeting department safety objectives and follow on-going safe operating procedures consistent with the job requirements

NOTE: This job profile is intended to provide an overview of expected job duties and requirements. It is not intended to be a contract of employment, explicit or implicit. All contents are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company. Cooperation is expected of all employees. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

We offer a competitive benefits package including, health, dental, paid time off, vision, short/long term disability and 401(k) w/match.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Learn more about the Crown family of products:

Crown Therapeutics: maker of PanOxyl®, the #1 acne wash; Blue Lizard® Australian Sunscreen, the #1 Pediatrician recommended mineral-based sunscreen brand; and Sarna®, the #1 Dermatologist recommended topical anti-itch brand and National Seal of Acceptance from the NEA, and more.

Crown Premium Skincare: includes StriVectin, comprised of a broad range of award-winning skincare solutions for all skin types, tones, and ages; and Vita Liberata, a multiple award-winning sunless tanning brand.

Crown Laboratories does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. All candidates must be submitted by approved Crown Laboratories vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission by our HR team for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless such a request has been made by the Crown Laboratories HR team and such candidate was submitted to the Crown Laboratories HR team.

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