Assist in microbial challenge testing of new products to determine adequacy of preservation. Bioburden panel testing, water testing, environmental testing (ie air plates, swabs, conductivity)Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload. Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements. Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal. Perform quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc. Maintain laboratory condition, to include equipment, supplies. Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner. Prepare media for microbial quality and preservative adequacy testing. Document media preparation and media control information in appropriate logbooks. Maintain appropriate notebooks and computer logs required for the department. Organize the destruction of product discards and assist with special projects. Share information in an open, and timely manner with Supervisor. Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:BS degree in microbiology or related field with 2-3 years of lab experience. At minimum, 1 or more years of Quality Assurance or Microbiological testing experience in the cosmetic, nutritional, or pharmaceutical industries. Able to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment. Able to adapt to changes to improve company processes. Able to carry up to 50 pounds. Able to stand and sit for long periods of time. Must be able to rotate one weekend day.