Job Posting Title Microbiology Lab Technician at Procter & Gamble Company

Iowa City, Iowa, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries

Knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing and Laboratory Practices
College training in Biology/Microbiology (BS preferred)
Good computer skills, including file and directory creation, email, and Microsoft Office
Ability to demonstrate leadership: collaborate and build relationships with all levels of the organization
Ability to take ownership and successfully improve and track Daily Management Systems, Lab Excellence, Data Integrity, etc., and document/report critical issues to Management
Fluent in reading, writing, and communicating in English, specifically for procedures and reports
Willing to wear required safety personal protective equipment (eye protection, ear protection, safety shoes)
18 years of age or older
Willing to work overtime including weekends as needed, and any shift as required (shift preferences considered but flexibility expected)
Physical ability to use basic lab equipment; climb, stand, and move on stairs, ladders, and platforms; twist, turn, and bend; stand on concrete floors for extended periods
Skills in quality control processes, including operating, maintaining, calibrating, and cleaning automated equipment
Ability to maintain accurate records and data
Strong technical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of computers
Practical laboratory skills and good aseptic techniques

Perform raw material and finished product conventional microbiology testing
Conduct RO/DI water sampling and Environmental Monitoring
Work under minimal supervision on testing, calibrations, and improvement work
Ensure uninterrupted continuity of facility, manufacturing, support systems, and processes
Drive continuous improvement through loss elimination and root cause problem solving
Keep quality systems operating and meet performance goals
Maintain high level of quality for consumer products
Get involved, take charge of situations, and confront business-related problems