Lead Technician, Microbiology

Position Summary 

This Microbiology Technician Lead is responsible for coordinating/managing/conducting microbiology and chemistry testing for all ICU Medical products and sterilization processes. 

This position is 100% onsite at our Salt Lake City manufacturing facility. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage day to day laboratory functions of a team of microbiology technicians to support production demands and product release.
• Serve as deputy in various functions related to the Sterilization and Microbiology Lab Supervisor
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Ensures that lab documentation is complete and accurate. 
• Ensures lab personnel adhere to cGMP's, SOP's and plant policies/guidelines.
• Proficient in a large number of tests such as BET, Bioburden, environmental monitoring, streak plating, heparin activity testing,  HPLC, FT-IR and many others. 
• Oversee and create several chemical solutions used in manufacturing
• Work with various departments to ensure testing are completed 
• Work with vendors on testing needs for department 
• Troubleshoots and resolves lab/testing problems
• Performs general laboratory and test supply maintenance 
• Assist in development of new procedure and process for the lab 
• Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Computer proficiency and adaptability working with a variety of databases, Word, spreadsheet, etc.
• Ability to work in a team environment with shifting priorities and requirements
• Must be able to direct others and organize other’s schedule to ensure that lab activities are completed in a timely manner.
• Must be able to provide general guidance to other lab inspectors on a day-to-day basis.
• Must be self-directed and demonstrate good organizational and time management skills. 
• Must be able to work effectively with all levels of individuals within the organization. 
• Must be able to perform tests quickly and efficiently without sacrificing accuracy, safety or quality.

 Education and Experience

• Must be 18 years of age
• Associate Degree Preferred 
• 4+ years of experience in a professional lab setting (industrial, pharmaceutical or medical device strongly preferred)
• Lead or trainer experience preferred 
• Experience managing multiple projects/tasks
• Knowledge of physical sciences, laboratory equipment

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear
• Must be willing to wear a respirator for specific tasks
• This job operates in a professional office environment as well as a laboratory setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets 
• Work may be performed in a clean room environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 25 pounds