Micro Lab Technician - Voyant Beauty
Roanoke, VA 24012
About the Job
Position Overview:
The Microbiology Technician will be responsible for performing Microbiological testing for Quality department. The position reports into the Microbiology Supervisor and entails great challenges and career development.
Responsibilities:
• Performs Microbiological testing:
o Aerobic plate counts on products, bulks and raw materials.
o Enrichment procedure.
o Preservative efficacy testing (PET).
o Environmental testing:
o Monthly air plates
o Weekly Water testing.
o Auditing of proper cleaning and sanitation of equipment.
• Able to prepare all media necessary for testing
• Proper documentation of all test samples.
• Monitoring and recording of equipment temperatures.
• Proper operation and maintenance of the autoclave.
• Maintain all records.
• Manage laboratory supplies.
• Conduct any other tasks as assigned by Supervisor / Manager.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree- preferably in the physical sciences. Associate’s degree or 5 years relevant work experience considered.
• Biology and/or microbiology course work preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once and prioritize appropriately.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to communicate problems as they arise and feel comfortable working with all departments
• Excellent computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a change oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Strong, Consistent, and reliable attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical abilities and skills require of position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to empower individuals with disabilities to undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
While undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, the employee must repeatedly sit, listen, speak, type and move throughout the facility. Must be capable of using a keyboard for computer purposes.
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our company does not accept unsolicited CVs or applications from agencies. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs or applications and explicitly reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited CV or application.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Vee Pak complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.