Food Lab Aide - Entry Level Position

Deibel Laboratories • Allentown, PA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Deibel Labs is a private food testing facility providing services in both food Microbiology and Chemistry testing. We play an integral role in food and product safety for industry-leading producers, as well as family run operations much like our own. Our lab location in Allentown, PA is hiring a full-time, entry-level Lab Aide (40 hours/week). We offer a competitive salary based upon knowledge and experience. This position includes full health benefits for self and family (employer pays for 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependents on our base plan). Deibel also offers a self-funded dental plan, vision plan, and 401K option. Check out our website at www.DeibelLabs.com .

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• 0-1 Years Work Experience
• Ability to follow written instructions(recipes)
• Must be able to work efficiently and meet the needs of the lab
• Must have a good attitude
• Must be able to lift 10lbs repeatedly throughout the day and be on your feet
• Must be able to pick up to 50lbs (with both hands)
• Must work occasional holidays
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required

Nice To Haves

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to perform work accurately, reliably, thoroughly, timely, and within safety guidelines
• Skills to communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with all employees
• A professional workplace appearance, ethical conduct, honesty, and integrity in all communications
• A thirst to seek out and participate in appropriate training and professional development
• Well-organized and self-directed individual focused on achieving organizational goals and initiatives
• Excellent customer service skills and follow-up with a sense of urgency
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills - must have excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail and data entry accuracy
• Must be comfortable with working the listed schedule for this position
• Must live within 30 miles of the lab - no relocation packages available
• Prior experience in a bakery, restaurants, barista, steam sterilizers, sanitation, and/or dish washing are a plus

Responsibilities

• Washing laboratory dish wear
• Assist the Lab technicians with sample prep
• Other janitorial duties in the lab and office
• Assist in the media lab preparing broths and agars to meet the operational need of the lab
• Willing to work both independently and with the team

Benefits

• Full health benefits for self and family (employer pays for 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependents on our base plan)
• Self-funded dental plan
• Vision plan
• 401K option

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED