This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Your Role at Baxter

This is where my hands make life-sustaining products 

You are driven by the knowledge that the products you help make saves and sustain lives. You can move quickly, address questions, and encourage teammates, all while getting quality products out on time. You are calm, positive, and a key part of a fast-paced environment that emphasizes camaraderie and teamwork. As a Quality Control Microbiologist, you are happiest when you are moving, and we will not disappoint!  

Baxter is known for its speed and high-quality product. Our manufacturing operations are around-the-clock to meet the needs of our customers. Our high-caliber talent works through the challenges at hand while pushing toward meeting client order needs. We are currently looking for a Microbiologist to work a permanent, full-time position on our Afternoonshift (Tuesday to Saturday 15:00h-23:30h EST), at our Alliston facility!

Your team  

Baxter is focused on saving and sustaining lives by manufacturing high-quality products. We strive to create quality products for our customers each day.  

Delivering life-saving products is about getting them right, and attention to detail is how we make sure we meet that challenge. We are a team that supports each other throughout each shift. Working together in a supportive and open culture makes our processes evolve for the better and engages our workforce.  

The following are dress/gowning requirements: safety glasses, safety shoes, ear plugs, jumpsuit, hood, hairnet, beard cover, gloves, isolation mask and boots (additional PPE required when cleaning) 

Constant or intermittent exposure to elevated levels of noise 

Involves working around equipment, machinery, and belts 

What You'll be Doing:

The Microbiologists perform daily solution bioburden, subvisible particulate matter and endotoxin testing. They collect and process viable and non-viable air and surface samples as part of the Environmental Monitoring program. They also sample and test the critical systems like compressed air and water. They are responsible for processing the biological indicators associated with sterilizer qualifications as well. They also provide back up to the Supervisors and QC specialist to aide with investigations, trending and data analysis for APQRs, Validation Maintenance, etc

Obtain water, air and surface samples from designated sample sites within the facility on a daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis as part of the Environmental-monitoring program. Conduct the required testing, incubation and plate reading of these samples in accordance with specifications.

Perform daily solution bioburden testing for total count and spore count in accordance with approved procedures ensuring required documentation is complete and all results are read in a timely manner. Conduct testing of raw materials as required.

Perform processing of biological indicators to support sterilizer qualifications

Perform daily endotoxin and subvisible particulate testing of finished goods as per approved procedures and specifications.

Perform required testing and complete documentation required for critical work requests and emergency response incidents (i.e. differential pressure alarm) to support timely start up of production following the work and/or incident

Recognizing your peers, and - Embracing 6s. Identifying and implementing VIP’s (Value Improvement Project) Embrace continuous learning Utilize Leader Standard Work Utilize Root Cause Analysis tools to identify and prevent problems from recurring and drive measurable results.

Improve the effectiveness of all team members by providing documented training, mentoring employees during feedback reviews, and daily activities to improve skills, providing recognition for good performance.

Prepare and/or perform growth promotion testing on prepared or purchased media

What You'll Bring:

College diploma or University Degree in a related field (Microbiology)

Microbiology

Quality Assurance

Experience in a manufacturing environment • Proficiency in Word & Excel

Previous experience working in a Quality function

Knowledge of Aseptic Technique and Microbiological Methods

0- 2 years

Strong analytical and problem solving skills and critical thinking abilities

Strong communication skills, ability to work with all levels of the organization.

Strong ability to balance multiple priorities with excellent time management skills.

Detail oriented with the ability to work under pressure.

Uncompromising dedication to quality.

Ability to work off shift, holidays and plant shut downs on a rotating basis.

Coverage for production overtime Saturdays on a rotating basis is mandatory

Must comply with Good Laboratory Practices

When performing Sterilizer Quals: the work is conducted in extreme environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, wet, moving trucks, loud, hot pipes)

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