Job Title:  Microbiologist

No Relocation Assistance Offered
# 151816 - Hodges, South Carolina, United States

Do you want to come to work with a smile and leave with one as well? In between those smiles, your day consists of working in a global organization, continually learning and collaborating, having stimulating discussions, and making impactful contributions!
If this is how you see your career, Colgate is the place to be!
Our dependable household brands, dedicated employees, and sustainability commitments make us a company passionate about building a future to smile about for our employees, consumers, and surrounding communities. The pride in our brand fuels a workplace that encourages creative thinking, champions experimentation, and promotes authenticity which has contributed to our enduring success.

If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile...every single day.

The Microbiologist is responsible for product and raw materials testing, trouble shooting and implementation of the facility Micro Control Plan.

Responsibilities include:

Perform microbiological testing of raw materials, workin-process, and finished product for product approval and release.

Support development and implement plant-wide Microbiological Control Program

Support, maintain and utilize SPC system to drive continuous improvement, identify trends and draw conclusions.

Assist with product, equipment, and C&S validations.

Maintain lab equipment and calibrations.

Complete Failure Investigations and properly document Out of Specification results

Support implementation and role out of Global Quality Standards

Provide product release notification to Colgate distribution system and SAP transactions.

Provide support to facility to resolve nonconformance issues and identify corrective and preventative actions.

Approve raw materials shipments and ensure Raw Material Purchasing Specification is met on the CofA’s.

The position does require flexibility (sick, vacation coverage, etc) so as to best meet the facility’s needs and support projects.

Assists in Control Point Monitoring program at the site.

Communicates the MSI to the plant each month.

Train chemist, microbiologists, and temporary laboratory personnel in Micro-related techniques using QMICs and SOPs.

Provides operator C&S, Micro Awareness, Swabbing, and Aseptic Sampling training to technicians.

Required Qualifications

 B.S. in Microbiology or related Science.
 Experience with basic lab equipment such as pH, balances, viscometers, etc. and microbiology methods
 Experience with general documentation practices and cGMP compliance with notebooks, data entry forms
with specific attention to details
 Experience with common microbiology lab instrumentation (i.e. autoclaves, air amplers, light microscope,
biohazard cabinets, and water purification system.)
 Familiar with quality systems such as failure investigations, Corrective and Preventive Actions, calibration,
change control, etc.
 Good computer skills (i.e. MS Word, MS Excel, e-mail).
 Must understand basic lab safety, bio-hazard and chemical waste disposal practices
 Ability & Flexibility to work a rotational schedule to support a 24/7 plant facility operation
 Team Building/Relationship Building - Develops relationships with people throughout the facility and
demonstrate team work.
 Communication - Speaks and writes effectively, and keeps people up to date with information. Maintains lab
notebooks and testing documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

Master of Science in Microbiology or Related Science.
 2-5 years’ experience as a microbiologist in a manufacturing lab work environment
 Experience in an FDA regulated environment
 Working knowledge and practical experience with good laboratory practices in a microbiology lab
environment and competent with microbiology techniques such as Gram staining, isolation plating, media
preparation and microorganism identification methods.
 Practical experience in an industrial environment at a manufacturing site implementing cGMPs.
 Results Orientation - Displays a high energy level, and able to prioritize duties to get effective results.

 Ability to Make decisions and communicate effectively while under pressure
 Experience with SAP
 Demonstrate knowledge of good documentation practices, lab note recordkeeping and concise report
publishing.

Salary Range $58,000 - $91,875 USD

Pay is based on several non discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience, education, skills and office location. In addition to your salary, Colgate-Palmolive offers a performance based bonus and competitive benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Are you interested in working for Colgate-Palmolive? You can apply online and attach all relevant documents such as a cover letter and resume or CV. Applications received by e-mail are not considered in the selection process. Become part of our team. We look forward to your application.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate sells its products in over 200 countries and territories around the world under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, Tom’s of Maine, Sorriso, Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sanex, Elta MD, PCA Skin, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet. 

For more information about Colgate’s global business, visit the Company’s web site at http://www.colgatepalmolive.com. To learn more about Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® oral health education program, please visit http://www.colgatebsbf.com. To learn more about Hill's and the Hill’s Food, Shelter & Love program please visit http://www.hillspet.com. To learn more about Tom’s of Maine  please visit  http://www.tomsofmaine.com.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.