Micro Lab Tech

Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services.

We are looking for a Microbiology Technician to join our growing team. The role focuses on preparing samples for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples.

Prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples. The role is responsible for applying approved microbiological techniques and methodologies used in analytical testing.

• Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload.
• Maintain media and reagents as needed for daily microbiological testing.
• Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements.
• Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.
• Perform quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
• Independently pursue an assigned series of processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements.
• Maintain laboratory condition, including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures.
• Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, efficient manner.
• Share information in an open, timely manner.
• Assist in managing priorities and schedule such that individual and team goals are achieved.
• Ensure the safety of oneself and others in the work area.
• Complete required training.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Life Science or two years of laboratory experience (preferred).
• Broad knowledge of food testing laboratory concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to travel is preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and handle other equipment.
• Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens.
• Noise level varies from quiet to loud.
• Temperature varies from hot to cold.
• Interactive and fast-paced team oriented tasks.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Color vision and depth perception required.

Entry level

Full-time

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