Associate Microbiology Lab Support Technician

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Position Summary:

In this role, you will support various aspects of the Quality Assurance function primarily working within Microbiology. You will perform routine environmental and product testing in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures. You will be challenged with projects and tasks related to ensuring product and process quality is maintained within our manufacturing facility. Other quality related duties may be assigned as directed by the Manager of Quality Systems.

Job Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Microbiology:

• Conduct particulate counts and record results into company database
• Conduct plate counts and record results into company database
• Collect water samples and record results into company database
• Perform data analysis
• Conduct product performance testing

Inspection:

• Conduct both mechanical and visual inspections using various hand tools
• Complete documentation to support inspection process

Document Control/Quality Systems:

• Support Quality Record activities

The responsibilities listed herein are not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

Management Responsibilities:

This position does not manage employees

Physical Attributes:

• May sit for extended periods of time.
• Utilize dexterity abilities to perform typing, operate a computer and other office equipment, to perform filing, and related job responsibilities and attention to detail competence.
• Spend significant time reading both on paper and on a computer.
• May be exposed to hazards associated with manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Utilize manual dexterity to manipulate small objects
• Traverse long distances through the building.
• Push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Bend, crouch and reach continuously while performing required job tasks.

Work Environment:

• General office and manufacturing environment.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School or GED required
• Ability to get along well with others
• High degree of attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training in aseptic techniques preferred
• Ability to use computers for collecting and logging data; familiar with Microsoft Office productivity software (Excel, Word at minimum) a plus
• Ability to read and understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures

Pay:

Pay $24.00- $25.00hourly

The final pay for this position will vary based on geographic location and candidate experience relative to what the company reasonably anticipates for this position.

Benefits:

• Very Competitive total compensation plans (some positions include discretionary bonus, or Performance Share Units).
• A 401(K) plan to help you plan for your future with an employer match
• Great health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs to ensure you’re happy and healthy. Straumann contributes a healthy portion towards employees’ premium.
• Generous PTO allowance - plenty of time to recharge those batteries!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Employment Type:

Full Time

Alternative Locations:

United States :
Andover (MA)

Travel Percentage :

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