Laboratory Technician 1- Microbiology

DFA of California•Kingsburg, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, the Laboratory Technician 1 will be providing support to the Microbiology and Chemistry department. The role primarily serves in a production atmosphere as support, performing all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner. The technician will communicate with all laboratory personnel to ensure quality and efficient service, while maintaining customer satisfaction and appropriate confidentiality. A working knowledge of ISO 17025 Quality procedures related to sample documentation is expected.

Requirements

Working knowledge of ISO 17025 Quality procedures related to sample documentation.
Possess knowledge and demonstrate skills of aseptic technique.
High attention to detail is a must.

Nice To Haves

A.S or B.S. in Biology and/or Chemistry preferred, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Serve primarily in a production atmosphere as support.
Performs all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner.
Communicates with all laboratory personnel to ensure quality and efficient service.
Maintains customer satisfaction and appropriate confidentiality.
Perform pathogen testing on VIDAS and PCR
Assists with washing and maintaining lab ware.
Ability to read quantitative data and enter into LIMS system.
Prepares and sets up samples for analysis.
Maintains laboratory condition (i.e.: equipment, supplies, quality assurance, and accurate records throughout all procedures).
Demonstrates proper techniques (pipetting, labeling samples, etc.), and successful performance in proficiency testing.
Prepares and maintain bacteriological media (i.e.: BPW, LST, TSB, etc.).
Responsible for sanitation in all areas to maintain a superior level of cleanliness.
Provides routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and disposing of trash.
Assist in other assigned duties as needed.