Microbiologist

On-Board Services is hiring a Microbiologist in Rochester, NY

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About Us:
On-Board Services, Incorporated is an on-site contract service provider for a local manufacturing entity providing full time positions to our employees. We offer benefits as well as 401k.
 
Position Details:
Title: Microbiologist
Position Type: 6 month contract with additional opportunity contingent upon performance and continued business need
Job Location: Rochester, NY
Shift: 8AM-4:30PM
Benefits: 401K, Dental insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance 
Compensation: $30/HR
 
Microbiologist – Quality Control
The Microbiologist will support the Rochester Laboratory in a manufacturing setting, performing routine microbiological testing and ensuring accurate, timely documentation of results in compliance with quality systems and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow, update, and review quality control laboratory documentation.
• Perform facility and laboratory sampling in accordance with established QC protocols.
• Conduct microbiology testing of raw materials, intermediates, and final products for release to production in a timely and accurate manner.
• Release products through the SAP Quality Management module using internal and external results.
• Interpret microbiological test results and accurately document findings.
• Troubleshoot and perform QC testing for non-conforming products.
• Communicate QC results clearly to plant staff and management.
• Support Operations and Engineering teams with QC testing requests, efficiently prioritizing as needed.
• Participate in team meetings to align on scheduling and priorities.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in the care, handling, and storage of food products, and report any violations.
• Apply HACCP philosophy and procedures in daily work.
• Adhere to Good Documentation Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, and aseptic techniques.
• Comply with company policies related to Quality, Safety, Food/Feed Safety, Environmental, GMPs, Dietary Supplements, and HACCP-HARPC.
• Maintain adherence to ISO 22000 Food Safety, FAMI-QS, and NSF Dietary Supplements standards, and align with corporate quality policies and procedures.
• Complete training and perform qualified individual tasks according to the site’s Food/Feed Safety Plan.

• Associate degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related field, or 1–2 years of relevant work experience (preferred).

• Ability to determine appropriate tests for raw materials and products.
• Skilled in sample preparation, culturing, and microbiological analysis.
• Proficient in interpreting test results and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Knowledge of current microbiological methods and microbial identification.
• Strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and regulatory compliance.
• Hands-on experience with serial dilutions and microbiological plating techniques.
• Excellent communication skills with strong organizational and prioritization abilities.
• Experience with laboratory documentation and work instructions.
• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a self-directed, collaborative environment.

 
On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.

The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC.  On-Board’s Mission is to provide “Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients’ expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner.”

On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
 
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