Pay Range: $20-$28/hour
Job Description:
- 12-month contract with the possibility of extending or converting to permanent based on performance and budget.
- The Serologist will be responsible for performing quality control testing according to established procedures and timelines.
- This will be a first shift position 7-3:30 AM with flexibility to work weekends, over time and fluctuation on start time (a couple of hours earlier or later) to accommodate business needs.
- Weekends and OT is occasionally required
- Performs in-process, final product, stability and raw material testing using both automated and manual testing methods with a quality mindset.
- Understands how this testing directly impact our customers and the patients they serve
- Conducts Failure investigations to determine root cause of out of specification results
- Perform routine maintenance
- Maintain site's retention sample program
- Set up Bioburden Testing for final product
- Works with Quality Information Systems (Windchill, OTIS, SAP)
- Documents results clearly and accurately. Interprets results by complying with appropriate specification requirements
- Must be able to lift a maximum of 35 pounds
- A.S. Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Sciences background preferred.
- 0-2 years of experience at a medical or manufacturing facility or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledge of Immunohematology and blood banking is preferred
- Familiarity with the guidelines and regulations of FDA, OSHA, ISO, and cGMP is preferred
- Manual dexterity to handle instruments, complete repetitive motions, and stand for long periods of time is required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills are required
- Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required.
- The ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and challenges at one time is required
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment required.
- Weekends and OT is occasionally required