Supervisor, Microbiology Laboratory

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

Without compromising our steadfast commitment to Quality, Safety and Sustainability, our manufacturing and packaging facility produces in excess of 70MM units per year. This is a demonstration of our can‑do attitude, collaborative spirit, focus on innovation and continuous improvement mindset. Always People First!

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for QC Microbiological laboratory activities and testing as it relates to the production of products at SAI. This includes routine testing of Raw materials, Bulk, WIP and Finished Good products as well as the equipment qualification, maintenance and calibration.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

You will supervise the work of Microbiologists and Lab Technicians in the QC Lab You will ensure all inspections, testing and OTC documentation, including SOPs are current and systematically stored You will review and approve equipment calibrations and validations You will review and approve work instructions You will perform OOS investigations and maintain records according to GMP requirements. You will review and approve PET reports You will review and approve vendor contracts You will maintain instruments and lab supplies inventory You will train and evaluate the performance of QC Microbiological lab staff. You will manage the staff’s time and schedule, and perform reviews of laboratory personnel You will control and monitor the budget for the department You will research and recommend different ways of doing the lab work or the flow of the material in the lab such as automation to improve efficiency, cost and competitiveness in the market.

WHO YOU ARE

You have a bachelor’s degree or higher in Microbiology or related life science You have 5+ years of experience in GMP GC environment You have extensive knowledge of cGMP, ISO, USP & PCPC guidelines You are open‑minded, self‑confident, self‑motivated, mature, personable, and cooperative You are enthusiastic about problem‑solving and motivational towards the team

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, if applicable. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the area of work or tasks being performed. Required PPE may include, but is not limited to, eye protection, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, or additional protective clothing. The role involves the following levels of physical activity: Standing Under 1/3 Walking 1/3 to 2/3 Use hands to finger, handle or feel Under 1/3 Climb or balance Not Applicable Reach with hands and arms Under 1/3 Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl Not Applicable The role requires the ability to lift or exert force as follows: Up to 10 pounds Under 1/3 Up to 25 pounds Under 1/3 Up to 50 pounds Not Applicable Up to 100 pounds Not Applicable What We Can Offer You At Shiseido Americas, our pride extends beyond our rich legacy to our passionate and talented team that brings it to life every day. We recognize that without our people, innovation would not be possible. That's why we go above and beyond with our comprehensive benefits program to recognize our employees. With an array of options designed to give our employees peace of mind, our perks & benefits program is more than just a perk – it’s an investment in our people's futures. Whether you're looking for comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings, or paid time off, our benefits have you covered! Life and Disability Insurance Paid Volunteer Days Paid Company Holidays 401K with 6% Company Match Internal & International Mobility Product Discounts & Annual Gratis Employee Led Affinity Groups Tuition Reimbursement Shiseido is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by Federal, State or Local law. The base pay for this position may vary based on geographic location. Actual base pay offered will be based on several factors including job‑specific knowledge, education, skills, and depth of experience. In addition to base pay, we may offer additional forms of compensation as components of a total compensation package, including participation in our bonus program which features the ability to overachieve, in addition to a full range of competitive benefits. #NYLaw #LI-Onsite If this sounds like you, we want you on our team. Apply today and let's create something beautiful! Your Dreams. Our Future. Salary (Min-Max): 16688 #J-18808-Ljbffr Shiseido Company, Limited