Lab Technician I

Deibel Laboratories • Allentown, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Deibel Laboratories is hiring a full-time Food Laboratory Technician at its Allentown, Pennsylvania location. The company operates private food testing facilities providing microbiology and chemistry testing services. This entry-level position includes training and involves learning basic microbiology and accurately performing testing procedures to obtain reliable results. The role is 40 hours per week, with a choice of several scheduled shifts. Compensation starts at $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Interest in learning basic microbiology and accurately performing testing procedures.
• Basic personal computer knowledge is useful for entering testing data and results.
• Planning skills are useful for maintaining analysis supplies and completing work on time.
• Basic math skills.
• Physical dexterity for manipulating samples.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 10–15 pounds repeatedly.
• Wear gloves, a laboratory coat, and eyeglasses when required by the testing process.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, warehousing, the food industry, food service, baking, as a barista, or retail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with all employees.
• Professional workplace appearance, ethical conduct, honesty, and integrity in communications.
• Interest in seeking out and participating in training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Learn basic microbiology and perform testing procedures accurately to obtain reliable results.
• Enter testing data and results using a personal computer.
• Plan and maintain supplies of analysis materials.
• Complete analyses within specified timeframes.
• Manipulate samples as required for testing.
• Participate in appropriate training and professional development.

Benefits

• Full health benefits for the employee and family; the employer pays 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiums on the base plan.
• Self-funded dental plan.
• Vision plan.
• 401(k) option.

What This Job Offers

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