Laboratory Technician, Food & Beverage
About The Position
Luminultra is recruiting a Laboratory Technician (Microbiology) to join our dynamic Food & Beverage laboratory team. Our growing laboratory receives samples for microbiology analysis. In this hands-on role, the Laboratory Technician will receive and process samples daily to inspect for microorganisms using standard culture-based and rapid microbiology procedures. The ideal candidate will be a team player, detail-oriented, and someone who takes a risk-based approach to ensure high quality work. This role works within a small team to ensure we honor our commitment to provide our clients with accurate and timely results. This position offers a base salary range of $40,000 – 44,000 CAD depending on experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science or Technical Degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry, or related discipline.
- 1-2 years’ experience working in a laboratory.
- Ability to pipette accurately, carefully follow SOPs, and work at the bench for extended periods.
- Highly detail oriented and reliable team player.
- Naturally curious and communicative
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as necessary.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in working within an ISO 17025:2017 or similar environment is an asset.
- Experience working in a microbiological or sterile laboratory environment is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Examine samples (e.g., water, environmental, food, etc.) from new and existing clients for health hazards and spoilage-related microorganisms.
- Properly handle and prepare samples for analysis according to SOPs.
- Prepare culture media for the various analyses.
- Perform sample transfers for specific procedures.
- Record daily temperatures of incubators, rooms, and other equipment.
- Check and record the accuracy of glassware cleaning through residue testing.
- Regularly verify various equipment calibration which has a direct influence on test results.
- Maintain QA/QC records of various media preparation dates and other associated information to correspond with prepared samples and controls.
- Quality control on reagents and culture media.
- Receive, properly store, and inventory samples and supplies.
- Create and distribute accurate reports for clients based on testing results.
- Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives
- Equipment maintenance as necessary (on the job training provided).
- Maintain a clean environment by washing, and if necessary, sterilizing tools, benches, equipment, and supplies.
- Answer questions from clients related to their samples, results or testing needs.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Benefits
- generous paid time off policies, such as 5 paid flex/sick days, 2 volunteer days, and 3-weeks paid vacation and 11 paid holidays
- group RRSP plan with 3% company matching contributions
- firm sponsored social events
- opportunities for performance bonus pay based on target achievement
- eligibility for health, dental, vision, life, critical illness, AD&D, and LTD benefits (family and single coverage) along with mental health resources and an Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
