We are looking for a **Laboratory Technician JR** to join the **Microbiological** team. To perform microbiological analyses of raw materials, finished/intermediate/bulk products to detect the presence of undesirable microorganisms, according to current procedures. Work in microbiological quality control of water, environmental monitoring, and sanitizers. **Responsibilities and duties** * Perform microbiological analyses of raw materials, finished/intermediate/bulk products to detect the presence of undesirable microorganisms, according to current procedures. * Work in microbiological quality control of water, environmental monitoring, and sanitizers. * Conduct culture media fertility tests regarding their capacity to promote microbial growth, considering the appropriate temperature for the tested culture medium; * Support and train assistants, transferring knowledge to develop new professionals in the field; * Assist in laboratory support activities, preparing glassware and similar materials, preparing solutions, as well as ensuring the proper functioning of measurement and testing equipment; * Perform reading and interpretation of analytical results; * Conduct water activity tests on products (bulk, intermediate, finished) and raw materials; * Perform pyrogen/endotoxin analysis, according to specific products and procedures; * Conduct sterility tests according to specific products and procedures; * Carry out activities according to established operational technical standards, following company norms and aspects of quality, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), workplace safety, environmental preservation, and sustainability, as well as use PPEs and uniforms contributing to eliminating situations that could pose risks of accidents, environmental degradation, and product quality issues. **Requirements and qualifications** **Education:** ----------------- * Completed technical course in Laboratory Technology, Clinical Analysis, or related fields; * Or completed higher education in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biomedicine, and related areas. **Knowledge:** ------------------ * Microbiological analyses relevant to the pharmaceutical industry; * Good Laboratory Practices. **Additional information** **Working hours:** ------------------------ * It is necessary to have availability to work on a rotating shift schedule, with previously defined shifts and alternation between night and day shifts, according to team scheduling. Example of a 6x2 schedule, which includes: * Night shift: start at 10 PM and end at 6 AM; * Afternoon/night shift: start at 2 PM and end at 11:30 PM; * Morning/afternoon shift: start at 6 AM, 10 AM, or 12 PM, with departure scheduled up to 2:35 PM; * Alternating days off: work 6 days and rest 2 days. **Work location:** ---------------------- * Pharlab Head Office – Lagoa da Prata/MG. Pharlab Pharmaceutical Industry \| Founded in 2000 ***A Minas Gerais-based pharmaceutical company active in the generics, equivalent, and prescription-exempt segments for over 20 years.*** Are you looking for a **career opportunity** to grow professionally and want to join your efforts with us? Then come and make health with us! We are a company in constant evolution, which values talent, creativity, and diversity among our employees. At Pharlab, we develop our teams to always go beyond, through a dynamic, challenging environment that promotes skill development. We benefit from the **experience of a French multinational**, enabling our growth according to international standards. Furthermore, we are part of the Servier generics division together with Biogaran (France) and Egis (Hungary). Learn more by clicking here. Explore our opportunities! ### **WHAT IS THE CORE OF OUR BUSINESS?** Our investment focus areas include: * **R\&D****: research and development of molecules * **CAD**: storage and distribution center * Organizational Human Development We serve the following channels: * **Retail Chains Channel:** direct service through representatives supported by the Trade Marketing team. * **Hospital Channel:** operations through distributors and representatives in public agencies. * **Pharmacy Channel:** direct team operating through partner distributors focusing on independent pharmacies across several states. ### **WHY ARE WE HERE?** We are here to combine efforts in every link where we operate. **Because we believe that TOGETHER we are healthcare!** Our commitment is based on: * **Grow by sharing:** we take joy in being part of Pharlab. We are always available to customers, and our team spirit drives us to continuously improve the company. * **Commit to succeed:** with confidence, determination, and respect, we are all committed to the success of Pharlab and all our customers. * **Care:** we are professional and impartial in performing our activities and customer relationships. We use communication to align expectations and maintain transparency in relationships. * **Dare to innovate:** we are creative and optimistic, acting quickly to improve processes and customer solutions.