Entry Level QC Microbiologist - 1st shift

Overview:
Company Overview: Herbalife is a global nutrition company that has helped people pursue a healthy, active life since 1980. Our nutrition, weight-management and personal care products are available exclusively through dedicated independent Distributors in more than 90 countries. Our Mission is to change people's lives by providing the best business opportunity in direct selling and the best nutrition and weight-management products in the world! POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT: The Entry Level/Associate Level Microbiologist will control and assure quality and provide technical support for production by means of microbiological analysis of raw materials, utilities and environment (water, compressed air, etc.) as well as finished products. DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Test raw materials and finished products for microbial contamination.Trouble shoot production problems.Train personnel.Prepare and standardize all reagents.Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.Validate procedures used in the microbiology laboratory.Complete all necessary documentation in microbiology lab to ensure GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliance.Responsible for and empowered to stop an analysis that may produce poor quality results as required by ISO 17025.Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Skills:Demonstrates practical problem-solving skills and the ability to carry out responsibilities under general supervisionAble to manage time and organize workload for effective implementationStrong customer and results orientationInteracts effectively at all levels with sensitivity to cultural diversityFunctions as an effective team memberAdaptive and evolves with the changing external environment and organization Experience:6 months to 2 years of laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical or related industry Education:Bachelor of Science in Microbiology or related scientific field PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:One year of Quality Control back ground Our Benefits:We support our employees' lives inside and outside the workplace. Our benefits package, which varies by country, features comprehensive medical and dental insurance, retirement savings plans and more. When our employees feel nourished, we believe our potential is limitless. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We value diversity, strive for inclusivity, and believe the differences among our teammates is a key contributor to Herbalife's ongoing success. We currently have eight global employee networks: Black Life, Millennial Network, Multicultural Life, Proud Life, Vet Life, Women in Leadership, Women in Technology, and Working Parents Life employee networks We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #LI-JH1