Job Title: QC Microbiology Technician (Contract)
Location: Frederick, MD (Onsite – 4 days/week, 10-hour shifts)
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Shift Options:
- Day Shift: Sunday–Wednesday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM (2 openings)
- Swing Shift: 3:00 PM–2:00 AM (1 opening)
Job Description
We are seeking a QC Microbiology Technician to support Quality Control activities at a commercial cell therapy manufacturing facility in Frederick, MD. This role is responsible for performing microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, utility monitoring, and laboratory support activities in a GMP-regulated environment to ensure product quality and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Perform environmental monitoring (air, surface, personnel) in classified manufacturing areas.
- Conduct utility monitoring, including water sampling and testing.
- Perform microbiological testing and laboratory support activities.
- Receive, inspect, quarantine, and release microbiological media and laboratory supplies.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization following GMP and safety guidelines.
- Handle and coordinate disposal of biohazardous waste.
- Support validation, qualification, and commercial manufacturing activities.
- Accurately document testing results and laboratory activities in compliance with GMP and SOP requirements.
- Collaborate with Quality Control, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance teams.
- Perform additional laboratory duties and special projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree with 1+ year of Microbiology Laboratory or Environmental Monitoring experience OR
- High School Diploma with 2+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience with Environmental Monitoring in a GMP environment.
- Knowledge of microbiological techniques, aseptic practices, and cleanroom operations.
- Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, and Quality Control procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biologics, or cell therapy manufacturing.
- Experience with water testing, utility monitoring, and microbial growth promotion testing.
- Knowledge of laboratory validation and qualification activities.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to gown for entry into cleanroom/aseptic manufacturing areas.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to pass a vision exam for visual inspection.
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
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Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- • Are you a US Citizen or GCH? If on Visa please mention the Visa Status
- • Are you ready for background check and drug screen in accordance with the local law and regulations?
- • Please confirm your email address and contact number?
- • Cube Hub payroll is "Bi-Weekly, we pay every-other-Friday. Are you Comfortable with Bi-Weekly payroll policy?
- • What is your Expected Pay Range?
- • What is a good time to contact you?
- o Are you ok with following Shift (First Shift) Day Shift: Sunday–Wednesday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM (2 openings) OR Swing Shift: 3:00 PM–2:00 AM (1 opening)
- How many years of hands-on experience in QC Microbiology or Environmental Monitoring do you have?
- Do you have experience working in a GMP-regulated laboratory or manufacturing environment?
- Do you have experience performing environmental monitoring in cleanrooms (ISO 5/7/8)?
- What microbiological assays have you performed (e.g., Gram stain, sterility, endotoxin, bioburden, microbial identification)?
- What experience do you have with aseptic techniques and cleanroom operations?
Work Location: In person
