Micro Lab Tech (2nd shift)

Certified Group•Omaha, NE

About The Position

The Microbiology Technician prepares food products, ingredients, and environmental samples for analytical and microbiological testing. The role applies approved microbiological techniques and methodologies and works in accordance with laboratory policies, procedures, and customer requirements. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.; second shift is eligible for a 7.5% shift differential.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Broad knowledge of the concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory.
Ability to travel is preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Life Science or two years of laboratory experience.
Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

Prepare samples for indicator organism, pathogen, and chemistry testing.
Apply aseptic techniques in daily work.
Maintain media and reagents as needed for microbiological testing.
Inventory and report expendable supplies and materials needed for testing.
Perform routine preventive maintenance, including daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.
Monitor quality control by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, and running media controls.
Independently perform assigned processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with laboratory policies, procedures, and customer requirements.
Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records.
Perform work neatly, safely, hygienically, and efficiently.
Share information in an open and timely manner.
Help manage priorities and schedules to achieve individual and team goals and participate in the Food Safety Net Services team.
Take responsibility for personal and coworker safety within the work area.
Complete required training.