Microbiology QC Supervisor

Kelly Science is the world's most recognized brand in Scientific Staffing with more than 100 locations in North America, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. Our scientists contribute to the research and development of products that are used daily in the home, such as medical devices or pharmaceutical products.

*Overview:*

We are seeking an experienced *Quality Control Supervisor, Microbiology* for a full-time direct hire opportunity* *with one of our clients, a global Contract and Development Manufacturing Organization based in the greater Seattle area. The QC Microbiology Supervisor manages the day-to-day operations of the QC Microbiology laboratory including supervising QC Microbiology associates, making tactical decisions that ensure the required testing and reporting is on time and accurate.

*Responsibilities:*

* Supervises daily operations for QC microbiology team performing EM (Environmental) and CU (Critical Utility) monitoring

* Performs and oversees testing for cleaning verification to support facility product changeover

* Performs and provides training related to product, equipment, environmental and utility monitoring (EM and Product)

* Communicates clearly, efficiently and accurately with internal groups and represents QC Micro on cross-functional teams to support disruptions and investigations.

* Provides technical leadership in EM and CU monitoring and coordinates investigation, excursion and micro ID testing.

* Prepares and provides oversight of annual reports (EM, CU)

* Prioritizes and assigns project goals; ensures tasks are completed and work area goals are met

* Coordinates with other supervisors and teams to meet the business needs

*Qualifications:*

* A bachelor's degree required in Microbiology, Biology or related fields plus five years' of industry QC experience or a master's degree plus three years' industry QC experience

* Experience supervising or mentoring staff

* Requires knowledge of environmental and utility monitoring, compendial microbiological testing (bioburden, endotoxin), TOC and conductivity testing, investigations and report writing.

* Applies understanding of how the team relates to other related areas to improve efficiency of own team

* Recognizes performance improvements, conveys feedback constructively, and works across teams effectively

* Excellent communication, concise writing skills, and verbal presentation skills

* Experience with GMP biologics manufacturing and related regulatory requirements including USP and EP.

* Strong understanding of Microbiology and Facility testing

* Ability to understand and evaluate analytical/technical data.

* Experience with relevant analytical lab equipment and computers.

* Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office applications.

Will consider a food industry background

Why Kelly®?

Kelly® Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire talented people just like you. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills and interests-it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background/education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get you noticed.

About Kelly®

At Kelly, we're always thinking about what's next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we're a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live (plus, did we mention we provide a ton of [benefits](https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/)?). Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.

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