Microbiology Lab Technician

Federal Package Network, Inc.•Chanhassen, MN

5d•$22 - $27

About The Position

The Microbiology Lab Technician performs routine microbiological testing on environmental samples, raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to verify compliance with company and regulatory standards. The role documents, reviews, and reports results in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and company standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment and instruments. The technician assists with investigations of microbiological issues, product quality concerns, and potential contamination, including recommending corrective actions. The role also maintains laboratory records and procedures, supports development and implementation of new testing methods, and follows GMP, GLP, GDP, and laboratory safety requirements. Collaboration with Quality Control and Production teams is required to support product quality and compliance. Other job-related duties may be assigned. The position involves visual evaluation of colors, labels, hazard warnings, and material or product appearance, as well as potential odor detection. It requires light to moderate lifting of items weighing 20 pounds or less and standing for extended periods, up to 70% of an eight-hour shift.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific field.
Familiarity with FDA regulations, GMP requirements, laboratory safety protocols, and quality standards.
Understanding of laboratory equipment, testing methods, and technologies used in microbiological testing.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate testing and documentation.
Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, competing priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform tasks involving close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.
Ability to visually compare colors against established reference standards and identify color-coded labels, status tags, and chemical hazard warnings.
May need to detect and differentiate odors during evaluation of raw materials and finished products.
Ability to visually evaluate the appearance of raw materials and finished products.
Ability to lift and handle pails and boxes weighing 20 pounds or less and stand for extended periods, up to 70% of an eight-hour shift.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of microbiology laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine microbiological testing of environmental samples, raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
Document, review, and report test results in accordance with GLP and company SOPs.
Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments.
Assist with investigations involving microbiological issues, product quality concerns, and potential contamination, including recommending corrective actions.
Maintain and update laboratory records, SOPs, work instructions, and other required documentation.
Support development and implementation of new microbiological testing methods as needed.
Follow GMP, GLP, GDP, and laboratory safety requirements.
Collaborate with Quality Control and Production teams to support product quality and compliance.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.