Microbiologist Technician

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 Microbiology Supervisor a c-GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A standards.
• Prepares the microbiological laboratory for testing including cleaning and stocking the laboratory, prepares media, calibrates instruments, and trends data.

Tasks

• Ensure that samples are properly labeled and stored to prevent contamination.
• Prepare media for testing and media melt
• Perform a variety of tests and experiments on microorganisms, including gram stains and performing pH of media
• Ensure that laboratory equipment is properly calibrated. Report any equipment malfunctions
• Environmental monitoring testing and documenting the environmental monitoring program in a high care packing room as needed.
• Trend data efficiently
• Log equipment temperature readings daily.
• Calibrate instruments as required.
• Order supplies, stock, and clean laboratory.
• Maintain documentation.
• Any tasks deemed necessary for betterment of Jost Quality

Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology or related science; or equivalent combination of Bachelor’s degree and pertinent, progressive experience in pharmaceutical or other highly regulated industry.
• One year of experience in a microbiology laboratory; or
• Associate’s degree in Microbiology, Biology or related science and five years’ pertinent and progressive experience in pharmaceutical or other highly regulated industry. May require willingness to work evening and weekend hours

Knowledge of:

1. Microbiological techniques including rapid release methods and aseptic technique.
2. Qualifying environmental monitoring processes
3. Experience in the application of microbiological techniques such as air monitoring, water, testing, surface monitoring
4. Basic analytical laboratory equipment
5. Microbiological testing equipment
6. 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 departments

Ability to:

1. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing
2. Develop creative solutions 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