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Perrigo Microbiologist I - Nights in Georgia, Vermont
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Microbiologist I - Nights
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Location:
Georgia, VT, US, 05468
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Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing Quality, Affordable Self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it.
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Description Overview
Perrigo Nutritionals, located in Georgia, VT is looking to add a Second shift Microbiologist to their team.
Working hours - Sunday - Thursday - 4pm - 12:30am
(Requiring shift, weekend, and holiday work when applicable)
Scope of the Role
The successful candidate will be able to work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current GLPs, SOPs, analytical methods, and work instructions. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are desired. A thorough understanding of aseptic technique is essential. Microbiological testing is performed on raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, water samples, and environmental swab samples. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Daily, monthly, and quarterly cleaning and sanitizing of assigned laboratory areas
- Media preparation and use of autoclaves
- Collecting environmental samples
- Compositing of finished product and raw material samples
- Bacterial enumeration using pour plate, spread plate, Petrifilm, and MPN methods.
- Pathogen detection using cultural, ELISA, and PCR methods.
- Bacterial identification via Vitek
- Allergen testing
- Documentation and data entry of final results into SAP.
Experience Required
Three years experience in a microbiology, pharmaceutical or clinical laboratory is preferred, but not required.
A four-year college degree in Microbiology or Biological Science. Consideration may be given to those who hold 10 years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience.
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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. Our full Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement is available on our main career site in English and Spanish and will be provided in other accessible forms for persons with disabilities. #DIV
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