QC Microbiology Assoc II (Sun-Thurs 7:00am-3:30pm)

Location: Onsite in Irvine, California, United States. Sunday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Relocation is not available.

Salary: $25.70–$33.00 per hour

Company

hirify.global develops and manufactures medical and pharmaceutical products and services, including infusion therapy, pain management, nutrition, pharmacy compounding, wound care, and dialysis solutions.

What you will do

• Perform routine microbiological testing of raw materials, finished products, stability samples, and environmental monitoring samples.
• Apply aseptic techniques and support preparation of media, reagents, testing materials, and equipment.
• Collect, analyze, trend, and document microbiological data in laboratory records, logbooks, data sheets, and LIMS.
• Maintain compliance with ALCOA, GDP, data integrity, cGMP, GLP, USP, SOP, and FDA requirements.
• Support investigations, non-routine testing, deviation reviews, non-conformance activities, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and Laboratory teams in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• With a bachelor's degree in microbiology or a related scientific discipline, 1–2 years of related laboratory experience is preferred; without a four-year degree, 3–5 years of microbiology, laboratory, or quality-related experience is required.
• Experience in a GMP, GLP, pharmaceutical, medical device, or other regulated environment.
• Working knowledge of microbiological testing methods and aseptic laboratory practices.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and laboratory data management systems.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills; ability to perform laboratory tasks, lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, and wear required PPE.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, or a related scientific field.
• Experience with bioburden, endotoxin testing, environmental monitoring, and microbial identification.
• Experience with LIMS and electronic laboratory systems.
• Knowledge of FDA, USP, cGMP, and GLP regulations.

Culture & Benefits

• Onsite work in a laboratory and GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.
• Focus on continuous improvement, product quality, patient safety, and data integrity.
• Regular interaction with laboratory equipment and testing materials in a moderate-noise environment.