Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

The Microbiology Laboratory Technician will assist with tests performed in the laboratory and in production. In this role, you will ensure all testing is performed in accordance with standards, laboratory procedures and established company guidelines.

• Sample set up including preparation of culture media, decontamination of wastes and performing monthly environmental tests in the laboratory and in production.
• Performs microbiological testing as per scope and miscellaneous tests as assigned by Laboratory Supervisor.
• Identify nonconformities, potential nonconformities and laboratory process improvements on a continuous basis and report results to customers.
• Maintain the laboratory environment and supplies including inventory of reagents, monitoring and maintenance of equipment, rotation of media stocks and disposal of retain samples.
• Handle complex clerical, administrative, technical or customer support issues under minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

Minimum Required
High school diploma, secondary education level or equivalent
Knowledge of microbiology or other related sciences, preparation of culture media, laboratory equipment and basic laboratory techniques.
Knowledge of lab procedures and techniques.
Minimum of four years of related work experience

Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, lab or food science.
Strong level of competence with Microsoft Word, Excel and additional types of software.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Analytical, well organized and detail oriented.
Ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of ISO 17025 or Quality Management Systems.
Related work experience working in a microbiology laboratory within the food industry.

The expected salary for this position is $50K-$55K

Full-Time (30+ hours) positions are eligible for a benefit package including the following (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions):
Paid time off; paid holidays; medical, vision and dental coverage; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability insurance; retirement savings; employee and family assistance program (EAP)

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet