Job Description
Since 1980, NAI has been a leader in nutritional health, bringing whole food-based supplements to a global population. NAI is a leading expert and manufacturer of dietary supplements, and we are involved in every facet of the industry, including research, development, manufacturing, marketing, and advocacy. As a company, we continue to grow with manufacturing locations in Vista and Carlsbad, CA. We are looking for seasoned and entry level candidates that are interested in working for global company with opportunities for growth, development, competitive pay, and benefits.
Summary Performs microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process and finished product as well as environmental monitoring samples in a cGMP/GLP laboratory. Reports results in a timely and professional manner to QC Director or designate for review.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: - Performs routine microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process and finished products using compendial methods such as USP, AOAC, FDA-BAM and in-house validated methods on the rapid automated Soleris system.
- Performs retesting of out-of-specification (OOS) results as directed by QC Management.
- Performs water sampling at various ports and performs bioburden, TOC, and conductivity testing.
- Performs Environmental Monitoring testing (for air and surface) per established protocol.
- Effectively communicates testing progress or project status to QC Management.
- Prepares, packs, and sends samples for 3rd party lab testing as necessary.
- Execute microbiological method qualifications and verifications protocols.
- Conduct peer review of data generated in QC Microbiology.
- Documents and reports result in the appropriate notebooks, logbooks, files, and databases.
- Performs routine microbiological testing (pathogen testing, confirmation testing, gram staining, isolation, etc.) and prepares media and necessary dilutions for the microbiological analysis of samples as per applicable SOPs.
- Performs basic lab maintenance, such as: laboratory/equipment cleaning, lab stocking and organize preventive maintenance and inventory management, etc.
- Performs timely disinfection and handling of biohazard and general wastes.
- Assists with maintaining up-to-date supplies and media inventory for the micro lab.
- Provides backup support to the Microbiologist or designee on day-to-day activities or tasks, as directed by QC Lab Director.
- Performs special projects as assigned by QC Lab Director.
- Provides guidance and direction to new or backup lab members.
- Complies with cGMP, cGLP, FDA and other applicable industry regulations as well as NAI policies.
Qualifications: - BA/BS degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry or related field.
- Minimum 1 year experience working in a microbiological lab, preferably in a regulated GMP industry
- Experience with aseptic technique, serial dilutions, quantitative enumeration of microorganisms, and preparation of test media.
- Good computer skills with Microsoft Word, Access and Excel and LIMS.
- Effective oral and written business communication skills
- Ability to initiate and maintain QC data, documents and reports.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with peers and management.
- Ability to multi-task, work effectively and complete projects in a fast paced environment.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Physical Demands: - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel; talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and stand.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus
- Lifting requirement: ability to move 5-gallon drums for sampling water at various ports and to lift/move up to the maximum safety-recommended 50-pounds.
- Able to work around hazardous materials, chemicals, and equipment.
Work Environment: - Computer workstation and climate-controlled office environment. Laboratory setting requiring use of PPE (lab coats, gloves, lab glasses, and any additional PPE as necessary). Will routinely enter production areas where personal protective equipment might be required to prevent or lessen exposure to airborne-borne powdered nutritional supplement substances.
Benefits: - Medical plan options - Two HMO and one PPO
- Dental, vision, life insurance and other voluntary benefit options.
- 3 weeks' vacation and 11 paid holidays
- 401K including company matching and profit sharing
- $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
- Quarterly employee lunches, Employee of Month and other recognition programs
- Opportunities for advancement
- Comprehensive training
- Tuition Reimbursement and more!
NAI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, intersectionality, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Upon this conditional offer of employment, a satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) with submission and passing a pre-employment post offer drug test is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current NAI employee who was conditionally offered the position. Upon successful completion of the background check process, we will determine the date when your employment begins. NAI utilizes E-Verify to electronically verify employment eligibility.
Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday,