Associate Quality Control Microbiologist - Kennesaw, GA

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Job Title: Associate Quality Control Microbiologist - Kennesaw, GA
Location: Kennesaw, GA, South United States, USA

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Scientist
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Associate Quality Control Microbiologist - Kennesaw, GA

This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Nature & Scope:

The Quality Control Microbiologist prepares and tests samples from all phases of a manufacturing or other handling process, with the goal of determining if the substance meets the microbial limits or requirements of the project. They perform a variety of microbial methods that can vary but generally require basic microbiological and laboratory skills and a general understanding of microbial identification. The scope of responsibility for this position crosses multiple departments; therefore, the incumbent shall collaborate with various departments. They have a role in preserving workplace safety and safe materials handling as appropriate, sometimes working with hazardous materials. This position reports to QC Lab Manager.

Major Accountabilities:

The responsibilities of the QC Microbiologist include; but are not limited to, the following:

Testing and release of finished products, stability samples, raw materials, registration, clinical and marketed products batches under GMP/GLP environment as per company's standard operating procedures and USP/FDA guidelines.
Prepare reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures.
Maintain up to date documentation.
Enter all raw data directly into the notebook and promptly calculate all test results.
Document testing, observations, deviations, OOS investigation, and results clearly and completely.
Schedule, request, and execute the QC inspection tests and/or experiments.
Peer review notebooks and test results generated by other QC team members.
Critically evaluate and interpret experimental data. Immediately inform supervisor of issues and assist in the resolution of complex problems.
Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation in good working order, following appropriate procedures for usage, clean-up, and maintenance.
Maintain and follow all laboratory systems, GMPs, safety and housekeeping requirements.
Teach, train, coach, and advise other QC team members on microbiological techniques and methods.
Prepare and review SOPs, as required.
Perform Quality Inspection functions, assist with water sampling, and monitoring.
Support sampling and testing for cleaning validation, process validation, and method validation as required.
Maintain familiarity with current scientific literature and technologies.

Education and Experience

Minimum - Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, Biology or equivalent

Specific Skills

Strong attention to detail in order to produce accurate, precise, and reproducible data
Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
Task oriented and results driven
Strong work ethic and prioritizational skills
Work collaboratively with various departments to compile, analyze, and interpret data
Manual dexterity
Ability to follow written protocols
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Excellent written and oral communication skils - ability to make presentations and/or give presentations
Must be able to lift 25lbs
Must possess a valid US Driver's License

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

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Job Post Date: 06/27/25