Lab Technician

Cutrale Citrus Juices USA, Inc.•Newark, NJ

2d•$17 - $25

About The Position

Lab Technicians / Microbiologists ensure that quality standards and procedures are met and aligned with company and customer specifications as well as government regulations. The role supports microbiological and food safety initiatives, provides technical expertise for microbiologically sensitive products, and handles laboratory testing, instrumentation, quality, sample collection, equipment calibration, supplies, records, and maintenance. Work may take place in an office, plant, or vessel environment.

Requirements

Three years of experience in applied microbiology, chemistry, or biology preferred.
In-depth product microbiology, product safety, and food technology knowledge.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and math skills.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and follow precise written instructions.
Tactful, organized, and dependable, with the ability to work without direct supervision.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Fully trained in microbiological techniques and well trained in all aspects of QA microbiology and chemical laboratory work.
Demonstrated competence and skills to perform precise analytical work, with initiative and dependability.
Profound knowledge of quality systems and processes.
Demonstrated organizational and project management skills.
Ability to provide knowledge leadership, represent the company, and provide sound technical expertise in managing microbiological issues.
Mature interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to negotiate and convince others while supporting decision-making on complex matters.
Ability to work in cold and heat, around moving equipment, fumes, dust, wetness, and toxic chemicals, and wear proper personal protective equipment as necessary.
Ability to work in wet or rainy conditions.
Ability to walk, climb, and access all areas of a multi-level production facility or vessel, including heights up to 50 feet.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, chemistry, or biology preferred.
Three years of experience in applied microbiology, chemistry, or biology preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with the QA Coordinator to develop microbiological and food safety initiatives that protect products and contribute to business growth.
Assist in developing and implementing programs and communicating scientific and technical microbiological and food safety information to management.
Provide microbiological expertise for sensitive product categories to support risk management.
Handle technical aspects of the laboratory section, including testing, instrumentation, and quality.
Assist the QA Coordinator with environmental sampling and coordinate outside laboratory analysis as needed.
Receive, organize, and store chemical and laboratory supplies.
Collect, clean, wash, sterilize, and distribute glassware.
Maintain daily logs and equipment record books.
Assist with control of laboratory supplies and reagents.
Assist with general testing and analysis.
Calibrate laboratory equipment for specific tasks.
Prepare bottles and reagents.
Clean and maintain counters, floors, and equipment.
Assist with sample preparation and shipping.
Collect samples from tank farms and vessel tanks when required.
Collect samples during drumming, loading, off-loading, and blending when required.
Comply with laboratory and plant regulations.