Microbiology Technician V

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. 

Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.  

Objectives/Purpose of the Job:

Conduct routine and non-routine microbiological testing and environmental monitoring to support sterile manufacturing. Ensure compliance with cGMP standards, assist in investigations, and support continuous improvement and validation activities.

Key Activities/Responsibilities/Job Function:
•    Prepare equipment/supplies/paperwork for EM/laboratory testing
•    Don appropriate attire including lab coat, scrubs, coveralls, or sterile garment as required
•    Collect viable and non-viable samples from facility cleanrooms/personnel
•    Collect critical utility samples (WFI, Milli-Q, Clean steam/Compressed Air)
•    Perform Bioburden and Endotoxin for water samples.
•    Document sample collection/testing/results in accordance with good documentation practices (GDP)/ALCOA principles
•    Incubate/read samples
•    Record data into GLIMS
•    Prepare culture media/diluents for microbiological testing
•    Operate EM/Laboratory equipment including:
•    Metones, SAS, Pinocchio, incubators, temperature charts, Endoscan, LFA/BSC, manifold and others.
•    Perform visual inspection of media fill units for turbidity/microbial presence
•    Perform Plate Reads, plate transfers and submission for microbial identification
•    Perform non-routine monitoring/testing in conjunction with laboratory investigations and validation activities
•    Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies
•    Conduct training and coaching of junior Technicians and serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in various areas.
•    Review and revise EM/Laboratory procedures for enhancement, clarity, corrections, etc.
•    Perform Safety Walkthroughs, GEMBA walks to ensure proper safety practices are performed.
•    Assist with data compilation and preparation of trend reports and investigations OOS, OOT, LIRs.
•    Perform minor environmental monitoring investigations.
•    Assist with EM team scheduling
•    All other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Training:
Education and Experience:
•    Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Biology, or equivalent Life Science required.
•    4-6 years of relevant work experience in a cGMP compliant industry required.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
•    Ability to lift and/or carry 25 lbs
•    Ability to achieve 20/20 correctable vision
•    Ability to maintain proper personal hygiene
•    Ability to wear laboratory PPE/attire/Garments for prolonged periods of time
•    Ability to gown aseptically and work in a controlled environment for extended periods of time (no makeup, jewelry, fingernail polish, etc.)
•    Ability to work on closed spaces and heights.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
•    Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
•    Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management
•    Ability to work well with others
•    Ability to read, write, and speak English
•    Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
•    Ability to work full-time, onsite, including overtime and weekends if necessary to meet department / site objectives
•    Ability to understand and accurately comply with SOPs, test methods, and cGMP/GDP requirements.
•    Excellent aseptic techniques knowledge.
•    Strong communication skills (oral and written)
•    Strong proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, etc.) 
•    Strong organization skills / attention to detail
•    Strong work ethic (on time, highly motivated, etc.)
•    Strong knowledge of microbiological testing / environmental monitoring techniques 
 
Eligibility for Internal Applicants:                                                                                                          
•    Have no corrective actions at the written warning level in last six months/no final warning level in the last 12 months / no active PIP.  
•    Meet the qualifications of the position as stated above.         
•    Be in your current job for 12 months.                                                                                                   
•    Position applying for must be a step up in progression and not a step down.      
 
This job description is intended to describe the primary duties and responsibilities for this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.      

Shift: Sunday - Thursday / 3:00pm - 11:30pm
Start Pay Range: $31.73

This position may be available in the following location: Tampa, FL.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Applicants should be aware of job offer scams perpetrated through the use of the Internet and social media platforms.

To learn more please read Bausch+Lomb's Job Offer Fraud Statement.

Our Benefit Programs: https://www.bausch.com/careers/benefits/

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.