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Actalent

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Omaha

AI generated summary

  • You need an associate's degree or diploma and at least 6 months of lab experience.
  • You will prepare samples, apply aseptic techniques, maintain lab supplies, conduct quality control, manage inventories, ensure safety, and follow procedures for microbiological testing.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree OR diploma with 6+ months of lab experience

Responsibilities

  • Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemical analyses.
  • Apply aseptic techniques in daily tasks.
  • Maintain media and reagents needed for microbiological testing.
  • Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials required for testing.
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance, including cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.
  • Conduct quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
  • Follow assigned processes, procedures, or techniques in line with policies/procedures and customer requirements.
  • Maintain laboratory conditions, including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures.
  • Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner.
  • Share information openly and in a timely manner.
  • Assist in managing priorities and schedules to achieve individual and team goals.
  • Ensure personal and others’ safety within the work area.
  • Complete required training.

FAQs

What are the educational qualifications required for the Microbiology Technician position?

The position requires an Associate's degree or a diploma with at least 6 months of lab experience.

What kind of work will a Microbiology Technician be doing?

A Microbiology Technician will prepare samples for testing food products, ingredients, and environmental samples using established microbiological techniques and methodologies.

Are there any specific techniques that the Microbiology Technician needs to apply?

Yes, the technician is expected to apply aseptic techniques in daily tasks and follow assigned processes and procedures in line with policies and customer requirements.

What responsibilities does the Microbiology Technician have regarding laboratory maintenance?

Responsibilities include maintaining media and reagents for testing, performing routine preventive maintenance, cleaning and sanitizing the lab, and managing inventory of expendable supplies required for testing.

Is prior lab experience necessary for this job?

Yes, a minimum of 6 months of lab experience is required if applicants only have a diploma.

Does Actalent provide training for this position?

Yes, completing the required training is part of the responsibilities of the Microbiology Technician.

Is there an emphasis on safety in the workplace?

Yes, ensuring personal and others’ safety within the work area is a critical responsibility of a Microbiology Technician.

How does Actalent approach diversity and inclusion in their hiring process?

Actalent emphasizes hiring diverse talent and maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection, care, engagement, recognition, and growth opportunities.

Is this position open to all candidates regardless of background?

Yes, the company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

Where should I reach out if I need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process?

You can email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for reasonable accommodation options regarding the application or interview process.

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