Job Description

Pave Talent is hiring on behalf of our client, a leading contract manufacturer specializing in health and beauty products with a focus on liquid filling operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a quality-driven organization committed to maintaining the highest standards in personal care product manufacturing.

About Our Client 🏢

Our client is an established contract manufacturing facility specializing in liquid fill personal care and beauty products. With a strong focus on quality control and customer satisfaction, they maintain strict microbiological standards and operate under FDA, ISO, and cGMP regulations.

Position Overview 🔬

The Personal Care Microbiologist will play a crucial role in implementing and managing a comprehensive microbiological quality control program for liquid fill product lines. This position offers the opportunity to develop standardized testing procedures, establish monitoring protocols, and ensure compliance with USP standards while maintaining product quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities 📋

• Design and implement standardized testing procedures for USP 60, 61, and 62 testing across different product categories
• Establish systematic sampling schedules for raw materials, in-process testing, and finished product validation
• Create and maintain environmental monitoring programs, including sampling point mapping and alert/action limits
• Perform streak plate testing and precise colony counting with dual verification systems
• Generate weekly quality reports and maintain detailed documentation in both paper and electronic formats
• Lead quality investigations for out-of-specification results and implement corrective actions
• Write and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Collaborate with the Plant Hygienist on facility-wide monitoring integration
• Coordinate with production schedules for optimal sampling times
• Participate in daily test result reviews and weekly quality metrics evaluations

Required Qualifications ⭐

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology (preferred) or Biology with strong personal care industry experience
• 4-5 years of industry experience in personal care microbiology
• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing or regulated industry settings
• Strong knowledge of FDA, ISO, and cGMP regulations
• Proficiency with laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
• Expert-level knowledge of aseptic techniques and environmental monitoring principles
• Ability to troubleshoot microbiological concerns within manufacturing
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Experience with quality control metrics and trend analysis

What We Offer 🌟

• Opportunity to lead the implementation of new quality control programs
• State-of-the-art laboratory facilities with appropriate biosafety measures
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Collaborative work environment with industry experts
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Chance to impact product quality in the health and beauty industry

This role requires occasional weekend availability to read time-sensitive samples. No recent graduates—candidates must be able to manage laboratory tasks independently and drive quality initiatives.

Location : Ottawa, IL 61350

Position Type : Full-time

To Apply : Please submit your resume and cover letter through this posting. Only candidates meeting the required qualifications will be contacted.

Pave Talent is committed to helping talented professionals find their next career opportunity. We look forward to discussing how your experience aligns with this exciting position.

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