Microbiologist

Are you ready to embark on a career where innovation meets excellence? At Jost Chemical Company, we’re on a mission to push the boundaries of chemical manufacturing, delivering high-quality products that make a positive impact on global industries.

If you’re passionate about chemistry, dedicated to precision, and eager to contribute to a company that values both innovation and integrity, explore our exciting job opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of chemical manufacturing at Jost Chemical Company, where your career is more than just a job – it’s a journey of growth and achievement.

Then, this position is right for you!

Founded in 1985, Jost Chemical is a global leader in the manufacture of high purity mineral salts for the nutritional, pharmaceutical and specialty markets. Expansion, growth of capabilities, and investment in people, lab and production equipment have been a part of Jost's company culture for 35 years. To learn more about Jost Chemical please visit www.jostchemical.com

Our offer:

• Shift Differential

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance after 60 days.

• 401k plan which includes safe-harbor contribution and discretionary match.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees eligible first day of employment.

• 9 Company Paid Holidays (72 hours) each year.

• Uniforms Provided

• Foot Protection- annual allowance for all laboratory, maintenance and production employees.

• 24-hour access to our free, on-site fitness center.

• We provide Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Jost Chemical is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. We consider applicants, and make all employment decisions, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the chemical manufacturing industry.

Background

• Works under general supervision of the Lab Manager in a c-GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A standards.
• Employees in position at this level will have a considerable degree of independence in conducting a wide range of analyses requiring expertise in the application and adaptation of numerous test methods and techniques, and produce reliable and accurate results

Tasks

• Validations of endotoxin testing program / routine endotoxin testing
• Environmental monitoring testing and documenting the environmental monitoring program in a high care packing room
• Test products to ensure that they are free of microbial contamination and safe for consumption
• Compendial microbiology testing for total aerobic microbial / total yeast and mold count
• Compendial microbiology testing for specified organisms
• Train and update technicians on industry standards and regulations
• Assist with creating and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and test methods for production processes and product release
• Order Supplies as needed
• Maintain documentation
• Any tasks deemed necessary for betterment of Jost Quality

Specifications

• B.S. in Biological Science or related field. (Course work may range from mathematics to biochemistry.)
• At least three (3) years’ experience working in an Environmental Monitoring and Microbiology laboratory in a food, active pharmaceutical ingredient, or aseptic sterile manufacturing facility is preferred.
• May require willingness to work evening and weekend hours

Knowledge of:

1. Microbiological techniques including rapid release methods
2. Qualifying environmental monitoring processes with reference to cell/gene therapy products
3. Experience in the application of microbiological techniques such as air monitoring, water, testing, surface monitoring, genus and species identification of various microbes preferred
4. Basic analytical laboratory equipment
5. MS Office software package

• Skill in:

1. Working effectively and efficiently on multiple projects
2. Effective, disciplined and demonstrated documentation
3. Working effectively in a team environment, including collaboration between development and process division

• Ability to:

1. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing
2. Develop creative solution to problems
3. Meet deadlines
4. Exercise judgment while being insightful, logical and methodical
5. Maintain a proactive and positive attitude
6. Communicate effectively with shipping & production to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction