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Job Summary

Mycoworks is seeking a talented QC Microbiology Technician to support the QC microbiology team at the manufacturing site. This position is not a remote or hybrid role. The candidate will work under the direction of a QC Microbiologist.

The role will require the candidate to support sample preparation and execute the testing of incoming materials, in-process materials, and environmental samples such as air particles, airborne contaminants, and surface contaminants. The goal will be to ensure the compliance of the critical quality parameters for the manufacturing of biomaterials- Fine Mycelium.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluating and ensuring incoming materials and in-process materials that meet the minimum standards of quality
• Testing and monitoring bioburden from internal and external sources
• Perform aseptic techniques in daily workload
• Calibrating and maintaining microbiology laboratory equipment
• Ensuring the lab equipment calibration and performance to ensure the accuracy of test results
• Logging, compiling, and analyzing data for reports and documentation
• Communicating with internal stakeholders through meetings and clearly written technical emails, reports, and presentations
• Supporting SOP writing for test methods, specification, equipment operating, and testing protocols
• Maintaining media and reagents as needed for routine microbiological testing
• Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements
• Providing routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal
• Supporting projects as assigned
• Performing quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
• Performing all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
• Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their area
• Responsible for the completion of required internal training
• Participating in internal plant audits

FUNCTIONAL EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Required Job Qualifications:

• 1-2 years experience as a lab technician or similar in the laboratory environment in the food, consumer products, biotechnology, or similar industry
• Minimum high school diploma or associate degree in biology or similar
• Experience in GMP and environmental monitoring program
• High integrity and quality of work
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Capable of working individually and as a part of a team
• Must be flexible in terms of working hours to meet the requirements of the position
• Comfortable with autonomy and a deliverable-oriented approach
• Good problem-solving skill
• Good working knowledge of fundamental data analysis, statistical methods, and data reporting
• Must be able to adhere to all lab safety procedures
• Prior fermentation experience with a bioreactor is a plus
• Highly adaptable to the dynamics of a fast manufacturing environment

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