Micro Lab Tech

Schreiber Foods • Beloit, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for conducting routine standard plating and media inoculations on raw materials, batch samples and finished product. Support investigations by conducting micro analysis on samples as needed by technical managers. Conduct assigned plating, handling, and inoculating instructions on environmental samples. Prepare and maintain all micro medias required for all routine plate count requirements and/or requested by the Microbiology Lab Supervisor. Conduct plate counts and record results. Assist in maintenance of lab equipment. Follow all established micro lab SOPs. Directly communicate any micro or supply issues to the Microbiology Lab Supervisor. Assist with audit, challenge studies and special projects as needed. Maintain good laboratory and housekeeping practices. Follow Good Manufacturing Practices. Supports the mission, values and vision of the company. Maintains the best interest of Schreiber Foods first and foremost. Work with employees of Schreiber Foods in a positive and constructive manner to maintain a professional relationship. Demonstrates courtesy, discretion, friendliness and diplomacy. Works within a team environment to share information and help others as needed.

Requirements

• Basic laboratory skills to include aseptic technique, media preparation, plating, dilutions, pipetting, and swabbing.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English to ensure understanding of safety instructions, work procedures, policies, and communications essential to job performance in this role.
• Dependable.

Nice To Haves

• High School Degree, preferred
• 1 – 3 years’ experience in a laboratory environment, preferred.
• Quality Assurance or Microbiology laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting routine standard plating and media inoculations on raw materials, batch samples and finished product.
• Support investigations by conducting micro analysis on samples as needed by technical managers.
• Conduct assigned plating, handling, and inoculating instructions on environmental samples.
• Prepare and maintain all micro medias required for all routine plate count requirements and/or requested by the Microbiology Lab Supervisor.
• Conduct plate counts and record results.
• Assist in maintenance of lab equipment.
• Follow all established micro lab SOPs.
• Directly communicate any micro or supply issues to the Microbiology Lab Supervisor.
• Assist with audit, challenge studies and special projects as needed.
• Maintain good laboratory and housekeeping practices.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP
• Extra retirement contribution from Schreiber
• Incentive pay twice a year
• Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one
• Up to $5,000 annually for childcare costs
• Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters
• Wellness Incentive
• Employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical benefits starting day one
• Prescription drug benefits starting day one
• Dental benefits starting day one
• Vision benefits starting day one
• Pet benefits starting day one
• Mental health benefits starting day one
• Partners Helping Partners program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED