Laboratory Technician II, Microbiology - Englewood, CO

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Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge, our passion is to secure that every person and community have access to the best possible care, offering hospitals and life science institutions products and solutions that aim to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. Every day we collaborate to make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives.

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Steritec Products, Inc., a member of the Getinge, manufactures sterilization and cleaning medical device consumables using ink technology. We manufacture and print highly specialized proprietary inks that undergo specific color changes when exposed to different sterilization conditions in hospital and industrial/pharmaceutical sterilizers.

Located in the beautiful Inverness Business Park, SteriTec Products, Inc., offers a generous benefit package (including access to health insurance, time off accruals and 401k participation - day of hire), a robust PTO program and fully supports the "work/life balance" philosophy.

This is an on-site role and will require a signed Getinge Protective Covenant Agreement, due to our FDA and ISO product catelogue. 

Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Sr. Microbiologist, this position participates in activities related to applied biological research for ongoing analytical studies. Under the guidance of the Sr Microbiologist performs data analysis and communicates findings to the organization. In concert with other disciplines and peers, participates in, and guides the development of, protocols for biological research studies and evaluates alternate methodologies.   Recommends materials, supplies, and equipment as required for studies.  Develops and participates in the development and validation of both in process and finished product quality test methods.  Under the guidance of the Sr. Microbiologist, perform tasks associated with a spore manufacturing process.  Perform testing to support process improvement studies, process validation studies, design verification and design validation studies.

Job Functions:

•    Conducts basic laboratory microbiological research in accordance with approved protocols and quality and safety standards.
•    Performs in process and finished product quality testing in accordance with approved test methods.
•    Follows established approved manufacturing procedures and processes for the production of bacterial spores and maintenance of spore crops.  

•    Prepares and maintains research findings using a laboratory notebook or other form of documentation as directed.
•    Prepares data summaries, and develops statistical/data analysis using testing outcomes.
•    Maintains equipment use and calibration logs.
•    Prepares research findings and supporting data for peer journal publication, oral presentation, or other dissemination and archiving. 
•    Prepares findings and analysis in support of medical device regulatory submissions and investigations.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•    In depth knowledge of microbiology and/or molecular biology and standard techniques for the isolation and characterization of organisms.
•    Experience with aseptic technique, microbial enumeration and biological indicator resistance testing.
•    Experience with endospores and thermophiles is highly desirable.

•    Experience with phase-contrast microscopy is highly desirable.
•    Strong written skills to produce reports, procedures, and presentations.
•    Strong analytical skills to analyze and present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, vendors and others.

Minimum Requirements:
•    BS in microbiology or a related technical discipline plus one to three years’ experience in a regulated or ISO compliant industry, and/or training and equivalent combination of education and experience.

Quality Requirements:
•    Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.

•    Ensure compliance to all FDA and Worldwide Quality & Compliance regulations (As applicable to the job   function).
•    Must have the education and experience to understand and comply with U.S. and Worldwide medical  device regulations (As applicable to your job function).
•    Attend all required Quality & Compliance training at the specified interval.
•    Adopt the “Beyond Compliance Quality Culture” in the work environment; always meet and exceed requirements.

Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions:

•    Ensures environmental consciousness and safe practices are exhibited in decisions.
•    Use of computer and telephone equipment and other related office accessories/devices to complete assignments.
•    May work extended hours during peak business cycles.
•    Physical requirements such as lifting specific weights

Supervision/Management Of Others:
•    N/A

Disclaimer:
The above information in this description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It   does not contain nor is it intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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About us 

Getinge is on an exciting transformation journey constantly looking for new ways to innovate together with our customers to meet the healthcare challenges of the future. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and to sustainability with a goal to be CO2 neutral by 2025. We believe in giving our employees the flexibility they need and make every effort to foster a learning culture that supports their personal development and creativity. Our passionate people hold our brand promise ‘Passion for Life’ close to heart. 

If you share our passion and believe that saving lives is the greatest job in the world, then we look forward to receiving your application and resume. We hope you will join us on our journey to become the world’s most respected and trusted Medtech company.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Travel insurance benefits
• Registered Pension Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Hybrid Work Arrangements (where applicable)
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer. Getinge will, at all times, will comply with all applicable human rights and other legislation when considering all qualified applicants for employment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.