What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microbiologist position at PAI Holdings LLC?
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We’re more than a pharmaceutical company, we’re a talented, passionate family helping people feel better.
We know it’s our employees (associates or something more contemporary) who help us make a real difference; and you will sense our welcoming, collaborative spirit the minute you walk through our doors.
We are ONE family, ONE PAI Pharma:
- Proud of our heritage and culture steeped in respect and equality.
- A leader in innovation, quality, safety and productivity.
- At the forefront leveraging cutting-edge technologies to produce better-targeted suspensions, oral solutions, elixirs, syrups and liquids.
- Embracing business practices that minimally impact the environment.
- Supporting our local communities.
- Fostering a safe, diverse and welcoming environment for all.
We want you to thrive — on the job and at home — and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and vision, 401(k), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, 104 hours holiday pay, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement and more!
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About PAI Pharma
PAI offers a broad portfolio of more than 60 prescription and over-the-counter therapies to treat patients. Some of our core strengths include brain, immune, metabolic and digestive health. For the OTC market, we provide a wide variety of affordable medications to treat allergies and upper respiratory symptoms, minor aches and pains, constipation and more.
To meet the unique needs of retail chains and independent pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities and government agencies, PAI offers standard bottle packaging and ready-to-dispense packaging. In fact, PAI was the first independent manufacturer to develop vertically-integrated unit dose (UD) packaging, and the first to offer complete lines of hard-to-find liquid products in both out-patient and UD packaging.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Works well in a team environment following cGMPs to ensure product quality by monitoring of manufacturing environments and systems, execution of microbiological tests on products and raw materials, and maintaining a compliant laboratory structure.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- This position is considered full time, 36-hour per week on average, position for weekend coverage. Follows all policies, procedures, SOPs, cGMPS, Work Instructions, and supervisor instructions. This duty is performed daily, about 100% of the time.
- Prepare and sterilize media and supplies.
- Prepare and maintain stock cultures and/or suspensions.
- Perform growth-promotion testing on media.
- Collect samples for microbiological analysis to include Surface Swabs, Viable Air, and Water samples. Process samples, read, and interpret results.
- Perform preliminary screening of microorganisms to include: Use of selective media; preparation, gram staining and reading of slides; other screening tests.
- Identify bacteria to genus and species level.
- May be further trained to perform Antibiotic Assay.
- Assist in the training of new personnel.
- Prepare purchase authorizations for ordering supplies as needed.
- Participate in laboratory housekeeping; clean glassware.
- Properly document all laboratory activities.
- Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Four year college degree, or equivalent experience resulting in broad knowledge of a field related to the job, such as accounting, marketing, business administration, agriculture etc, plus Not indicated. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. PAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, PAI will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. PAI uses E-Verify.
EEO Employer / Veteran / Disabled