Microbiologist

Primus Group•Santa Maria, CA

5d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a food microbiologist to join our team-oriented environment of food professionals located in Santa Maria, CA. This individual will be responsible for many aspects of laboratory work, including client relations, quality control, inventory, budget and marketing. Primary responsibilities: Work independently to utilize cultural and rapid methodologies (real-time PCR, etc.) to identify pathogens, indicators, and spoilage organisms in food, water, and environmental samples Proactively managing the laboratory personnel to ensure adherence to PrimusLabs protocols and values Interacting with clients by communicating test results, answering questions, and sending sampling supplies based on their needs Developing, maintaining, and measuring processes to increase the accuracy of turn-around-time for results Ensuring implementation of QA/QC program with regards to all operations and documentation requirements Provide training to new personnel, as well as coaching and mentoring to facilitate the staff’s professional and personal growth On occasion, travel to satellite laboratories to assist with laboratory coverage and supplemental trainings COMPENSATION: The hourly wage offered is $24-$28 depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience. PrimusLabs offers medical, dental, life, and LTD coverage for full-time employees, along with other benefits such as 401K (with employer match), vacation, and sick leave. QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelors degree in Microbiology, plus hands-on laboratory experience. Work experience should include knowledge of sterile technique and pure culture maintenance. The candidate must have proven problem solving and trouble shooting skills along with strong verbal and written communication in English (Spanish capabilities a plus). Strong time management, organizational and people skills are highly desired. Must have flexible work schedule, including weekends. Some travel is required.

Requirements

A Bachelors degree in Microbiology, plus hands-on laboratory experience.
Work experience should include knowledge of sterile technique and pure culture maintenance.
The candidate must have proven problem solving and trouble shooting skills along with strong verbal and written communication in English (Spanish capabilities a plus).
Strong time management, organizational and people skills are highly desired.
Must have flexible work schedule, including weekends.
Some travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Spanish capabilities a plus

Responsibilities

Work independently to utilize cultural and rapid methodologies (real-time PCR, etc.) to identify pathogens, indicators, and spoilage organisms in food, water, and environmental samples
Proactively managing the laboratory personnel to ensure adherence to PrimusLabs protocols and values
Interacting with clients by communicating test results, answering questions, and sending sampling supplies based on their needs
Developing, maintaining, and measuring processes to increase the accuracy of turn-around-time for results
Ensuring implementation of QA/QC program with regards to all operations and documentation requirements
Provide training to new personnel, as well as coaching and mentoring to facilitate the staff’s professional and personal growth
On occasion, travel to satellite laboratories to assist with laboratory coverage and supplemental trainings