Chewy is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Microbiologist to join our Compounding Pharmacy team in Pittston, PA!
The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and expertise in microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and aseptic techniques within ISO-classified environments. The Microbiologist is responsible for ensuring the sterility and safety of our compounded pharmaceuticals, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and encouraging a culture of quality and safety within the compounding pharmacy.
What You'll Do
- Serve as a critical member of the compounding pharmacy quality department
- Coordinate analytical testing with 3rd party analytical labs for sterile and non-sterile compounds.
- Perform in-house endotoxin testing.
- Perform viable and non-viable sampling in compounding suite, track, and trend environmental monitoring data, and report microbial recoveries.
- Develop surveillance program to monitor overall hygiene of facility.
- Operate aseptically within ISO-classified controlled environments, ensuring compliance with USP standards.
- Investigate non-conformances, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Participate in internal and external audits to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintain certification, calibration, and validation of sterile suite equipment.
- Train and supervise QC Technicians and other staff on Good Laboratory Practices, creating and administering training content.
- Work closely with the leadership team, QA managers, and cross-functional teams to drive improvements in environmental controls and processes.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of all testing, environmental monitoring, and quality events.
- Review batch records for accuracy as part of quality-related event investigations.
- Develop and review SOPs to ensure compliance with USP 797 for the purpose of sterility testing, aseptic qualification of compounding staff, surface sampling for microbial and hazardous drugs.
- Initiate and complete remediation plans for actionable events.
- Other duties assigned based on business need
What You'll Need
- B.S. in Microbiology or related field.
- Certified Quality Technician (CQT) from the American Society for Quality (preferred).
- Proficiency in quality system management, cleanroom aseptic technique, culture-based microbiological lab techniques, microscopy, FTIR, endotoxin testing, sterility testing, environmental monitoring, data trending, root cause analysis, CAPA, technical writing, developing and reviewing SOPs, and familiarity with Microsoft 365, Google Drive, and various QMS, LIMS, and EMS interfaces.
- Experience managing quality assurance programs for testing laboratories, conducting internal audits, and maintaining compliance with ISO 17025 and other regulatory standards.
- Experience in sterility testing of pharmaceuticals or compounded preparations, environmental monitoring in clean rooms, and training laboratory staff.
- Proven record of accomplishment in developing and driving environmental monitoring programs, improving environmental controls, overseeing quarantine and release/rejection of goods, and promoting workplace safety.
- Must be able to wear PPE for long periods of time when needed.
- Able to stand for extended periods of time, walk up to 2 miles per shift, and lift 25 pounds either with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Compounding Team Members may be exposed to hazardous chemicals used in the preparation of compounds (some are classified as hazardous and/or toxic by the National Institute for Safety and Health and special safety precautions must be taken when working with these chemicals).
- This position will require periods of sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching and walking
- Must be able to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact [email protected].
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology or a related field
- Proficiency in quality system management and cleanroom aseptic technique
- Experience with culture-based microbiological techniques and microscopy
- Experience with FTIR, endotoxin testing, sterility testing, and environmental monitoring
- Experience with data trending, root cause analysis, CAPA, technical writing, and SOP development or review
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Google Drive, QMS, LIMS, and EMS interfaces
- Experience managing quality assurance programs for testing laboratories
- Experience conducting internal audits and maintaining ISO 17025 and regulatory compliance
- Experience with pharmaceutical or compounded-preparation sterility testing and cleanroom environmental monitoring
- Experience training laboratory staff
- Certified Quality Technician certification from the American Society for Quality
- Ability to wear PPE for extended periods and perform standing, walking, lifting, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and hand-use duties
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How does Chewy ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?
Chewy approaches compensation through a total rewards strategy that combines salary, bonuses, equity opportunities, healthcare benefits, employee discounts, and career growth opportunities. The company emphasizes supporting employees across ecommerce, healthcare, pharmacy, customer service, technology, and fulfillment operations while competing for talent in both retail and tech markets.
Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities: Chewy offers market-based compensation packages that may include salary, performance bonuses, commissions, and equity depending on role and level. Built In also notes benefits such as relocation assistance, employee discounts, and bonus opportunities across multiple teams and functions.
- Healthcare and wellness support: Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, disability coverage, telemedicine, mental health resources, and wellbeing programs. Chewy also offers wellness-focused resources designed to support employees physically, mentally, and financially.
- Retirement and financial wellbeing: Employees receive 401(k) plans with company matching along with financial wellness resources and broader support programs. Benefits are designed to support both short-term needs and long-term financial planning.
- Pet-focused and family-oriented benefits: Chewy offers pet insurance discounts, employee discounts on Chewy products, parental leave, fertility support, family-focused benefits, and caregiving resources. The company’s benefits package is closely aligned with its pet-focused identity and customer mission.
- Flexibility and workplace support: Corporate employees may have access to hybrid work arrangements, flexible scheduling, commuter benefits, PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing initiatives. Employees also cite supportive managers and collaborative teams as important parts of the broader employee value proposition.
- Long-term career investment: Compensation is reinforced through career growth opportunities, mentorship, leadership development, cross-functional learning, and exposure to large-scale ecommerce, automation, healthcare, and logistics initiatives. Employees often describe growth opportunities as an important part of the overall company experience.
- External signals: Comparably reports that 70% of employee reviews are positive overall. Employees frequently highlight healthcare benefits, employee discounts, coworkers, and growth opportunities as strengths of the company experience. (Glassdoor; Comparably)
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What We Do
Who We Are Chewy is where pet parents find everything they need for life with pets, from food to fun to pharmacy. We make pet care easier, more informed, and more joyful through fast, reliable delivery and award-winning 24/7 Customer Care, including access to pet health support when it’s needed. Founded in 2011, Chewy combines the convenience of online shopping with a high-touch, personalized experience built around the real moments of pet parenthood. Our Mission Chewy’s mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. What We Do We support pet parents through the highs, lows, and everyday moments of the pet parenting journey with: • Pet food, treats, and daily essentials • Supplies for dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, equine, and small pets • Pharmacy and veterinary services, including prescriptions and medications • Pet wellness and health products • Autoship for convenient recurring deliveries • Chewy+, our premium membership offering exclusive savings, faster delivery, and personalized pet care benefits • 24/7/365 customer support from knowledgeable, pet-loving experts What Makes Chewy Different Chewy is known for industry-leading service, deep personalization, and our customer-obsessed culture. We combine trust, convenience, and care, and pet parents come to us for: • Exceptional customer care • Human- and pet-centered product and experience design • Fast, dependable fulfillment across a nationwide operations network • A mission-driven culture built on empathy, trust, and passion for pets Our Culture Chewy’s culture is built for people who thrive on ownership, innovation, and impact. We value curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement across all our teams. We empower Team Members—our Chewtopians—to learn, grow, and unleash their full potential in a collaborative, supportive, mission-driven environment. How We Work Chewy’s Operating Principles guide how we think, innovate, collaborate, and execute. These principles shape our character, decision-making, and approach to delivering results while connecting our people and culture in support of our mission. • Put Customers First • Act as an Owner • Deliver Results • Earn Trust • Debate Openly; Commit Fully • Operate in the Details • Shape the Future Where We Work Chewy headquarters: Plantation, FL, and Boston, MA Additional hubs: Bellevue, WA, and Minneapolis, MN
Why Work With Us
Why You Should Work at Chewy Chewy is a unique, fast-growing e-commerce and tech leader where builders, creators, and problem-solvers shape the future of pet care. Our teams drive innovation in a mission-driven culture that creates real impact for pets and the people who love them.
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