• Microbiology Lab Technician

    Actalent (Vacaville, CA)


    Job Title: Microbiology Lab Technician

    Job Description

    Join our team as a Microbiology Lab Technician, where you will perform routine environmental monitoring in cleanrooms. This role involves testing viable and non-viable air particles, surface viable counts, and conducting various sample tests such as bioburden, endotoxin, and conductivity in compliance with USP requirements. You will also perform growth promotion of culture media and evaluate data against defined criteria.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform routine environmental monitoring in cleanrooms.

    + Collect and test water and steam samples for bioburden, endotoxin, and conductivity.

    + Conduct growth promotion of culture media.

    + Evaluate data against specified criteria and specifications.

    + Support investigations for out-of-specification, out-of-expectation, and out-of-trend results.

    + Maintain the laboratory in an inspection-ready state.

    + Perform routine laboratory chores and quality control functions.

    + Develop and maintain proficiency in trained test methods.

    + Adhere to department and company policies and practices.

    + Develop familiarity with cGMP, 21CFR, USP, EP, ICH, and other regulatory requirements.

    + Manage reagent and equipment inventory for assigned responsibilities.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience with Quality Control and Stability laboratories.

    + Knowledge of GMP and aseptic techniques.

    + Ability to follow written instructions and perform tasks with minimal supervision.

    + Proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

    + Strong written and verbal communication skills.

    + Excellent documentation skills.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor's degree in Science or a related field (Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry preferred).

    + 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.

    + Experience with GMP and environmental monitoring preferred.

    + Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

    + Specific vision abilities such as close vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

    Work Environment

    The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with potential for overtime depending on manufacturing outputs. The position is based in a pilot clean room and QC lab equipped with modern technology. The team consists of six members, with three focused on microbiology and analysis. The environment is communicative, fostering a collaborative culture within a small team, and tasks vary according to production needs.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Vacaville,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.