20119-QC Micro Technician-Carlow Contractor

This is a 6-month contract.

Purpose:

We seek a QC Microbiology Technician to join our Quality team. You will perform day to day laboratory testing, data review, routine duties and be capable of enthusiastically taking responsibility for ad-hoc duties and projects. While working cooperatively as part of a team, you will demonstrate drive, initiative and hunger for knowledge and quality of work. You will also demonstrate the capability of being a Subject Matter Expert in several assays & ensure that laboratory objectives are effectively achieved consistent with company requirements to ensure compliance, safety and reliable supply to our customers.

Responsibilities:

•  Perform any assigned aspect of routine testing in support of manufacturing and batch release with high quality of documentation RFT and technical writing

•  Perform data review of microbiological test data from utilities and environmental monitoring samples. Other data reviews may be performed in line with experience level and SME knowledge.

•  Clearly demonstrate the organisational skills to manage all aspects of a given assay e.g.; controls/reference, standard stock control etc

•  Ensure SOPs/forms are up to date with latest requirements and improvements/optimizations/lean

•  Support process simulations

•  Work as part of a team

•  Demonstrate awareness of safety for self and others in all aspects of work

•  Understand analysis of data generated in the lab

•  Maintain laboratory housekeeping standards

•  Strong scientific and GMP documentation skills

•  Understand Pharmacopoeias and company guidelines and how to find and follow relevant information

•  Comply with Global and regulatory Requirements and execute current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) in the performance of day to day activities and all applicable job functions

•  May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

•  Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in science related discipline

•  Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience within the pharmaceutical industry (within Microbiology) preferable in sterile manufacturing microbiology lab environment

•  Laboratory Quality Systems

•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related computer applications required

•  Understanding of Lean six Sigma Methodology preferred

•  High standard of quality

•  Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively with all levels of colleagues in a team environment, and with external customers.