QC Laboratory Technician – Microbiology

QC Laboratory Technician – Microbiology

Location: Round Lake, ILContract: 12 MonthsPay Rate: $16 - $18/hr on W2Shift: 1st Shift, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMWork Arrangement: 100% OnsiteSchedule: Wednesday–Sunday or Thursday–MondayResponsibilitiesPerform microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental samples.Conduct environmental monitoring, including surface, air, particulate, and personnel monitoring.Perform critical systems monitoring for water, clean steam, compressed air, and nitrogen.Prepare laboratory media and reagents.Operate laboratory equipment, including particle counters, pH meters, SAS, and autoclaves.Document test results accurately in LIMS.Support laboratory investigations, root cause analysis, impact assessments, and CAPA.Maintain compliance with SOPs, FDA requirements, cGMP, QSR, and data integrity standards.Work in Drug Delivery and Penicillin facilities as required.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Microbiology or Biological Sciences.Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience.Knowledge of microbiology principles and aseptic techniques.Experience with LIMS.Strong technical writing, investigation, and root cause analysis skills.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.Must be available to work weekends and holidays.Must not have allergies to penicillin, cephalosporins, related products, or minerals.Must be comfortable with required showers when leaving the facility.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of GLP and cGMP requirements.Experience in pharmaceutical aseptic processing.Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality control laboratories