Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

Responsible for maintaining a timely flow of incoming raw materials, as well as the inspection of quality finished product for release to inventory.  A heavy emphasis on documentation and process controls in compliance with current Quality System Regulations and ISO standards is required.

Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inspect and test incoming raw materials.
• Sample and test or inspect a wide range of raw materials per individual component specifications.  (i.e. gathering data such as weight, pH, specific gravity, size, counting components, checking lot numbers, fit testing and proofing of label stock and PI’s for accuracy).
• Coordinate the testing of raw materials by production, Proficiency and Controls and Quality Control staff members.  (i.e.  Notification to appropriate lab person that items are available for testing, following up on and completing documentation of the testing).
• Identify and segregate non-approved and/or non-conforming product from approved and conforming product.
• Review of completed paperwork.
• Filling of completed paperwork.
• Maintain updated component specifications, label specifications and QC procedures.
• Inspect final product completing forms and documentation to establish its conformance.

Other Duties:

• Ability to walk up and down several flights of stairs throughout the workday in a multi-location facility.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (latex or nitrile gloves, safety glasses/face shields, lab coat, etc.).
• Must be able to adhere to applicable bio-safety practices when on the manufacturing floor.
• Ability to work on a PC including repetitive use of a keyboard and mouse for long periods throughout the course of the workday.
• Must be able to analyze, concentrate, and solve complex issues throughout the workday.

Minimum Education or Equivalent Experience Required/Preferred 

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
• Prior work experience in a FDA regulated environment preferred. Laboratory, medical device, pharmaceutical industry, or a clerical/inspection background is a plus.

Competencies Required or preferred

• Familiarity with computer applications (MS Word, MAPICS).
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction).
• Must be able to follow chemical safe handling procedures.
• Must be a self-starter, detail oriented, organized and be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communications skills.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends to support production efforts as needed.
• Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting with peers and colleagues in a cross functional setting

Reuired Travel %:

• None 

*We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. (USA Only)*