Cosmetics Microbiologist

Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services. Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, Labstat International Inc., Advanced Botanical Consulting & Testing (ABC Testing Inc.), Microconsult Inc., and Micro Quality Labs Inc. Certified Group provides laboratory testing and regulatory consulting services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, hemp, and other industries.

We are currently looking for a Microbiologist to join our growing team!

JOB SUMMARY

The role is responsible for the application of approved microbiological techniques and methodologies used in analytical testing.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bioburden panel testing.
• Total plate count, Total combined yeast and mold count, enrichment testing.
• Test for specific microorganisms (pathogens).
• Media growth promotion testing.
• Microbiological examination of water.
• Environmental monitoring of air, equipment, and surfaces.
• Microscopic examination and identification.
• Water conductivity.
• Familiarity with the following microbial techniques: membrane filtration, pour plating, streaking.
• Plate reading.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload.
• Use the autoclave to sanitize consumables and biohazardous waste.
• Maintain proper lab 5S, routinely check lab inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements.
• Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.
• Perform quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc
• Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner.
• Back up to other analysts.
• Properly document and record all information.
• Familiarity with lab ware.
• Familiarity of proper GDP and GMP.
• assist with special projects.
• Organized, learns quickly and able to work and assist other departments within the company.
• Routinely check emails and teams, participate in department and company meetings.
• Complete all required training by or before its due date.
• Share information in an open, and timely manner with the Supervisor.
• Able to work weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BS degree in microbiology or related field preferred
• At minimum, 1 or more years of Quality Assurance or Microbiological testing experience in the cosmetic, nutritional, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory
• Ability to travel is preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Able to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to adapt to changes to improve company processes.
• Able to carry up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Able to work well with other co-workers

Benefits:

• Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Group Medical
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program

Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.