FSQA Microbiology Technologist

Fresh Markorporated • Massillon, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Fresh Mark is seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated FSQA Microbiology Technologist to support food safety and environmental monitoring programs. The role focuses on environmental and microbiological sampling, sanitation verification, investigations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive corrective and preventive actions. This position is based in Massillon, Ohio and is 100% on-site. Sponsorship is not available.

The technologist supports environmental monitoring, routine microbiological testing, documentation, inventory management, and audit readiness. The role also works with Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation teams to investigate issues and implement corrective actions.

Requirements

• A degree, coursework, or experience in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field is preferred.
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Flexible schedule, including occasional early mornings, shift work, and weekends as needed.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Degree, coursework, or experience in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental and microbiological sampling according to the Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP).
• Collect, label, document, and manage environmental swabs and samples.
• Perform routine testing, including pre-operational, contact surface, air, water, and compressed air sampling.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation teams on root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain environmental monitoring documentation and cleaning schedules.
• Monitor microbiological inventory and testing supplies.
• Support customer, regulatory, and third-party audits.
• Participate in food safety, sanitation, microbiology, and capital project meetings.

Benefits

• Paid vacations and holidays.
• Educational assistance and reimbursement.
• Health care with low premiums and deductibles.
• Vision coverage.
• 401K with company match.
• An excellent work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed