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Microbiology Lab Technician

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Actalent

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Science
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You should have an Associate's or Bachelor's in Science or relevant food industry experience with a strong job tenure.
  • You will perform microbiology testing on food samples, including unpacking, weighing, enriching, labeling, plating, and maintaining accurate records while ensuring lab cleanliness and safety.

Requirements

  • An ideal candidate will have an Associates or Bachelors of Science or has worked in the food industry with good job tenure.

Responsibilities

  • On a day-to-day this position will focus on performing microbiology testing for various different food products. Most duties may include:
  • Unpacking and weighing food samples
  • Enriching (pouring microbiological media on sample)
  • Labeling samples
  • Transporting/retrieving to/from incubators
  • Plating/pipetting samples.
  • Additional Duties May Include:
  • Provide support to laboratory department by performing and/or coordinating a variety of Laboratory processes.
  • Receives, registers and prepares samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing, and physical homogenization.
  • Preps and performs routine to more complex analyses per department methods.
  • Reads and records results of analyses, making sure to keep identification numbers matched with correct samples.
  • Operates basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave, evaporator, etc.
  • Prepares (and assures accuracy of) standards, reagents, etc. needed for analyses.
  • Acid washes glassware and specially cleans other equipment and areas as required.
  • Functions as primary data generator, records and calculates data, signs assay sheets.
  • Performs routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
  • Interpret customer requests and perform receiving and log-in functions.
  • Conducts preliminary interpretations of data or observations, and drafts short reports to supervisor.
  • Carries out assignments in a timely, diligent, and safe manner and performs work in accordance with company SOPs.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Microbiology Lab Technician position?

The position is on a 1st shift schedule from Tuesday through Saturday and may include overtime.

What qualifications are required for this position?

An ideal candidate will have an Associates or Bachelors of Science degree, or relevant experience in the food industry with good job tenure.

What kind of microbiology testing will be performed in this role?

The role will involve performing microbiology testing on various food products, including unpacking, weighing samples, enriching, labeling, transporting samples, and plating/pipetting.

Is prior lab experience necessary for this job?

While prior lab experience is not necessary, any relevant experience in the food industry or laboratory setting is a plus.

What types of equipment will the technician be expected to operate?

The technician will operate basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meters, colorimeters, spectrophotometers, autoclaves, and evaporators.

Will the technician be involved in data entry or analysis?

Yes, the technician will perform data entry, read and record results of analyses, and conduct preliminary interpretations of data.

What additional duties may be expected from the technician?

Additional duties may include preparing samples for testing, maintaining lab cleanliness, conducting routine maintenance, preparing reagents and standards, and drafting short reports to supervisors.

Does Actalent offer any diversity and inclusion initiatives?

Yes, Actalent is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by hiring diverse talent, maintaining an inclusive environment, and providing growth opportunities for all employees.

How can I request a reasonable accommodation during the application process?

You can request a reasonable accommodation by emailing actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for assistance with the application or interview process.

What is the nature of the employment for this position?

This is a long-term career opportunity for an Entry-Level Microbiology Lab Technician in a Food Science Laboratory.

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