Quality Microbiologist

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Company:
 		3M
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Job Location(s): Maplewood
Employment Term: Regular
Employment TypeFull Time
Start Date:As soon as possible
Starting Salary Range:Not Provided
Required Experience: Open
Related Categories:Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical, Science and Laboratory

Position Description

Description
A traditional Microbiologist could be a good match for this role in 3M Food Safety.
The position of Quality Microbiologist located in Maplewood, Minnesota will provide quality leadership and support to high priority projects in the Food Safety Department including new product introductions and continuous improvement programs and be responsible for but not limited to the following specific duties:
  • Quality Assurance support for assigned Food Safety products.
  • Team member representing quality and assuring quality on new product development (NPI) projects
  • Leader or team member of quality improvement projects to reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction
  • Assessing and validating test methods and performing cross-over studies
  • Evaluating product and process changes for impact on quality
  • Leading proactive efforts in product quality and process capability improvement
  • Developing and analyzing shelf life and stability studies to set and validate our product claims
  • Assuring compliance to internal SOP's and external regulations
  • Evaluating customer samples and trends, and determining necessary actions to increase quality
  • Helping to drive and foster a quality environment/mindset throughout the business
The engineer will work and interact significantly with other functions (lab, plant manufacturing, MTD, regulatory, clinical, etc.). He/she will need good written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and be process and system oriented. This position can provide a great opportunity to learn, grow, and develop as an employee.


Qualifications
Basic/Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree
  • A minimum of 3 years of microbiology experience
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's/Master's degree in Microbiology or related field and a Minor in Chemistry
  • Experience with microbiology testing using standard and molecular methods
  • Strong demonstrated leadership ability and the ability to lead teams, identify opportunities for improvement, drive change, and get things done
  • Knowledge of working in a regulated environment
  • Previous quality experience
  • Statistical knowledge and practice (Designed Experiments, Sampling Plans, SPC, ANOVA and Regression, Process and Product Understanding (PPU), and Lean Manufacturing)
  • ASQ Certification (e.g. CQE, CQI, etc.)
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize
  • Six Sigma Experience, leading Green Belt or Black Belt projects
About 3M
For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.
About 3M Food Safety Department
Food Safety is an exciting growth business, with an excellent brand and quality reputation. In 2006, Food Safety acquired Biotrace international to expand its market presence in this industry.

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