Entry Level Microbiology Technician

A large company in the food industry seeking an Entry Level Microbiology Technician with minimal laboratory experience.

Pay Rate: $19.50

Shift:

·       2nd shift

·       Tuesday- Saturday 10:30am- 7pm

·       Overtime: 8-10 hours per week

Job Description:

To prepare samples for processing and maintain documentation of processes to facilitate testing procedures.

Essential Duties:

·       Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required.

·       Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities.

·       Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature.

·       Read plates and tubes, as required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample.

·       Prepare samples for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending.

·       Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed.

·       Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process.

·       Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature.

Education & Experience Requirements:

·       High School Diploma

·       Associate’s Preferred

·       1+yr of relevant work