Microbiologist II - Reviewer
Top Benefits
About the role
Kenvue Is Currently Recruiting For a Microbiologist II - Reviewer
What We Do At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.
Who We Are Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.
Role Reports To Quality Laboratory Manager
Location: North America, Canada, Ontario, Guelph
Work Location: Fully Onsite
What You Will Do The Microbiologist II - Reviewer is responsible for reviewing the microbiological quality of water, raw materials, packaging components, bulk work in process, and finished products. This role involves cross-training on various review types, performing the release of raw materials through LIMS lot acceptance and ERP usage decisions, and reviewing documentation and testing records related to cleaning validation.
Key Responsibilities
- Review microbiological quality of water, raw materials, packaging components, bulk work in process, and finished products.
- Oversee the review of media produced in the Microbiology laboratory, Environmental Monitoring tests, and production/lab water testing.
- Perform release of raw materials via LIMS lot acceptance and ERP usage decisions to Operations.
- Review documentation and testing records related to cleaning validation processes.
- Ensure compliance with internal specifications, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies.
- Collaborate with business partners to support investigations of quality events.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement projects to enhance laboratory processes.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation issues and update quality documentation as necessary.
- Take ownership of Change Controls, instrument qualification, and audit remediation follow-ups.
- Act as a Qualified Trainer for junior staff and support their development.
- Serve as the site A/RPIC (Alternate Responsible Person in Charge) as needed.
- Function as the Microbiology Supervisor Designate in the absence of the supervisor.
Required Qualifications What we are looking for
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline; advanced degrees preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience in a Quality or R&D environment in the pharmaceutical, food or water industries.
- Good interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload
- Good technical writing, verbal communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting deadlines.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of Process Excellence/Lean an asset.
- Experience with Analytical Laboratory equipment and methods is an asset
- Proficient in the use of laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Experience in training or mentoring junior staff is highly desirable.
What’s In It For You Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:$61,000.00 - $97,175.00
This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.
- Competitive Benefit Package*
- Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Kenvuer Impact Networks
- This list could vary based on location/region
- Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.
Kenvue incorporates Artificial Intelligence into our recruitment process to enhance job postings and streamline the sorting and screening of applications, helping attract a qualified candidate pool. Our experienced team will review and select the top applicants, ensuring that human judgment guides our hiring decisions. For more information, please refer to our Careers Privacy Policy.
Vacancy: This job posting is for an existing, currently vacant position.
About Kenvue
Kenvue is the world’s largest pure-play consumer health company by revenue. Built on more than a century of heritage and propelled forward by science, our iconic brands — including Aveeno®, BAND-AID® Brand Adhesive Bandages, Johnson’s®, Listerine®, Neutrogena®, Tylenol® and Zyrtec® — are recommended by health care professionals and can be trusted by consumers who use our products to improve their daily lives. Our team members share a digital-first mindset, with an approach to innovation grounded in deep human insights and work every day to earn a place for our products in consumers’ hearts and homes. At Kenvue, we believe everyday care can not only make people well; it can make them whole.
Beware of recruitment scams: https://www.kenvue.com/media/recruitment-scams-alert
Microbiologist II - Reviewer
Top Benefits
About the role
Kenvue Is Currently Recruiting For a Microbiologist II - Reviewer
What We Do At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.
Who We Are Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.
Role Reports To Quality Laboratory Manager
Location: North America, Canada, Ontario, Guelph
Work Location: Fully Onsite
What You Will Do The Microbiologist II - Reviewer is responsible for reviewing the microbiological quality of water, raw materials, packaging components, bulk work in process, and finished products. This role involves cross-training on various review types, performing the release of raw materials through LIMS lot acceptance and ERP usage decisions, and reviewing documentation and testing records related to cleaning validation.
Key Responsibilities
- Review microbiological quality of water, raw materials, packaging components, bulk work in process, and finished products.
- Oversee the review of media produced in the Microbiology laboratory, Environmental Monitoring tests, and production/lab water testing.
- Perform release of raw materials via LIMS lot acceptance and ERP usage decisions to Operations.
- Review documentation and testing records related to cleaning validation processes.
- Ensure compliance with internal specifications, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies.
- Collaborate with business partners to support investigations of quality events.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement projects to enhance laboratory processes.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation issues and update quality documentation as necessary.
- Take ownership of Change Controls, instrument qualification, and audit remediation follow-ups.
- Act as a Qualified Trainer for junior staff and support their development.
- Serve as the site A/RPIC (Alternate Responsible Person in Charge) as needed.
- Function as the Microbiology Supervisor Designate in the absence of the supervisor.
Required Qualifications What we are looking for
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline; advanced degrees preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience in a Quality or R&D environment in the pharmaceutical, food or water industries.
- Good interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload
- Good technical writing, verbal communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting deadlines.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of Process Excellence/Lean an asset.
- Experience with Analytical Laboratory equipment and methods is an asset
- Proficient in the use of laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Experience in training or mentoring junior staff is highly desirable.
What’s In It For You Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:$61,000.00 - $97,175.00
This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.
- Competitive Benefit Package*
- Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Kenvuer Impact Networks
- This list could vary based on location/region
- Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.
Kenvue incorporates Artificial Intelligence into our recruitment process to enhance job postings and streamline the sorting and screening of applications, helping attract a qualified candidate pool. Our experienced team will review and select the top applicants, ensuring that human judgment guides our hiring decisions. For more information, please refer to our Careers Privacy Policy.
Vacancy: This job posting is for an existing, currently vacant position.
About Kenvue
Kenvue is the world’s largest pure-play consumer health company by revenue. Built on more than a century of heritage and propelled forward by science, our iconic brands — including Aveeno®, BAND-AID® Brand Adhesive Bandages, Johnson’s®, Listerine®, Neutrogena®, Tylenol® and Zyrtec® — are recommended by health care professionals and can be trusted by consumers who use our products to improve their daily lives. Our team members share a digital-first mindset, with an approach to innovation grounded in deep human insights and work every day to earn a place for our products in consumers’ hearts and homes. At Kenvue, we believe everyday care can not only make people well; it can make them whole.
Beware of recruitment scams: https://www.kenvue.com/media/recruitment-scams-alert