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The QC Microbiology Manager – Facility Control oversees the quality control microbiologists and technicians who perform environmental monitoring, critical utilities testing, and client-specific in-process microbiology testing in support of aseptic manufacturing. This role ensures the integrity and safety of the manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technicians performing environmental monitoring and critical utility monitoring.
• Review microbiology test results to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor facility and personnel performance regarding contamination control.
• Investigate environmental and utility out of trend/out of specification results.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences (Microbiology degree preferred) or a related field.
• Minimum of 10-15+ years of related work experience.
• At least 4 years of prior management or leadership experience.
• 5 years of experience in a sterile manufacturing environment.
• Thorough understanding of cGMP, FDA guidelines, and multinational regulatory standards.
• Knowledge of Quality Control, Contamination Control, and Microbiology principles in pharma, biopharma, and/or biotech manufacturing.
• Experience in aseptic manufacturing of regulated products.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

This position is located at the Butterworth Site. The work environment includes state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in manufacturing safety and quality. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting from day one, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits. The company also offers a 401(k) program with immediate vesting, generous off-shift premiums, and paid volunteer time. Full-time employees accrue up to 104 hours of paid time off annually, alongside wellness time off and paid holidays. The compensation is competitive and based on experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

BENEFITS starting day 1: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying a portion of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums! Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year! PAID TIME OFF: You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs! PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 104 hours of paid time off per calendar year, with this amount being prorated your first year. WELLNESS TIME OFF (WTO): In addition to PTO, employees earn 1 hour of wellness time off for every 30 hours worked, to use how you choose. PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility! PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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