What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Microbiology Analyst- Valent BioSciences, LLC position at Sumitomo Chemical Group Companies of America?
QC Microbiology Analyst
About Us:
Valent BioSciences LLC is a worldwide leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for the agriculture, public health, and forestry markets. We have more than 60 years of experience bringing biorational products to market, and our products are used in sustainable operations in 95 countries around the world. Biorational products maximize plant quality, productivity, and sustainability.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical, Valent BioSciences LLC operates with the Sumitomo Spirit mindset, which means to benefit both self and others, recognizing that private and public interests are one and the same. It’s about contributing to society, as well as making a profit.
The Valent BioSciences manufacturing site located on an expansive 73-acre site in Osage, IA is a state of the art 130,000 square foot plant and is the largest purpose-built biorational facility in the world. It serves as the manufacturing and quality control center for Valent BioSciences broad portfolio of fermentation products.
Description of Job:
As the QC Microbiology Analyst at Valent BioSciences, you will be responsible for the testing of in-process and final product for Valent BioSciences Corporation. You will schedule testing as well as maintain and ensure the availability of materials needed for testing. You must adhere to testing schedules to accomplish a high volume of critical work without compromising the integrity of the results while meeting the scheduling needs of manufacturing. Good documentation practices and well as the ability to follow and comprehend a written procedure is a requirement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished goods.
- Conduct bioburden testing and bacterial culture inoculations in a cleanroom setting.
- Advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation.
- Perform bioburden testing according to standard bacteriology methods.
- Bacterial culture inoculations and testing in a cleanroom setting.
- Conduct testing and ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
- Follow ISO/IEC 17025 quality standards, including proper documentation, reporting deviations, and participating in corrective actions.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, prepare solutions, and manage test methods and procedures.
- Enter data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and lab investigations.
- Maintain flexibility for some off-shift and weekend work.
Preferred Qualifications:
- B.A or B.S. in Microbiology, Virology, Biology, Chemistry or related field. A minimum of 5 years equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
- Experience with Good Aseptic Technique.
- Experience with Good Lab Practices (GLP) is beneficial.
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) experience or knowledge is beneficial.
- Understanding of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
- Understanding of bacterial based assays.
- Good inter-departmental communication (written / verbal) required.
- Ability to write, comprehend, and understand written scientific procedures.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and other spreadsheet/database software.
- Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data.
What We Offer:
You’ll enjoy competitive compensation, consisting of base pay plus an incentive program available to all full-time employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including high-quality healthcare options, 401k matching, life and disability insurance, generous time off (with time off to volunteer) and much more!
We work together to power our sustainable future. Here’s what drives us: Valent BioSciences, LLC has a strong commitment to both sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). In fact, being a responsible corporate citizen has been ingrained in our culture since the company’s founding. Today, it remains at the forefront of everything we do.
- Valent BioSciences LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.
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