Microbiology Technician

Tate and Lyle • Lafayette, IN

1d • $47,722 - $71,583 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will support the activities of the Microbiology Laboratory at our Sagamore Plant: microbiological analysis of process, finished product, environmental samples and data entry into SAP, MDE, and electronic Logbook. This position requires rotating 12-hour shifts and shift flexibility to cover vacations and other absences.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree with technical training in microbiology, biological, physical or engineering sciences or associate degree (or equivalent).
• Educational and practical microbiology foundation
• Aseptic techniques
• Standard microbiology culture procedures.
• GLP’s
• Proven technical skills including experience with microbiology laboratory work.
• Experience with laboratory methodology and equipment
• Ability and willingness to follow established Test Methods, and SOPs
• Ability and willingness to cover vacation and sick time of other colleagues when necessary.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with attention to detail, quality, and accuracy.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and adapt to changing procedures.
• Good troubleshooting skills, ability to work well with others, excellent communication and computer skills, and a customer focus with understanding of customer needs.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear personnel protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to work in cold and hot environments.
• Climb flights of stairs
• Stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Bending and twisting motion at the waist and knees

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with aseptic techniques/equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of media and reagents to be used in both the Wet Microbiological Laboratory (spore testing) and the Pathogen Screening Microbiological Laboratory.
• Prepare test samples utilizing microbiological techniques according to established procedures, including sample pick-up (where applicable), sample check-in/logging, compositing, test set-up, test transfers, and result analysis/reporting.
• Test finish product samples for pathogen screening according to established procedures, including FDA BAM, Biomerieux VIDAS rapid methods, and USP methods.
• Collect Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) samples at the plant and at the Microbiological Laboratories and test using Biomerieux VIDAS and TEMPO rapid methods.
• Sample finished product bags following aseptic sampling techniques.
• Collect in-process profiles and test according to established procedures.
• Post information in SharePoint, SAP, MDE, Electronic Logbook, and Excel spreadsheets.
• Verify and review data entries and maintain data & sample retention.
• Maintain/verify calibration of laboratory equipment and report deficiencies/malfunctions to the Quality Manager.
• Maintain a clean, well-stocked lab.
• Identify, record, and help correct nonconformities and potential nonconformities, as applicable.
• Participate in on-going and annual training, test method/SOP reviews, and proficiency testing as requested by Quality Manager.
• Ensure through documentation and record keeping of lab activities such as testing details, reagent preparation, equipment set points, etc are done following ISO 17025 guidelines.
• Follow established SOPs per ISO 17025 guidelines.
• Use of autoclave to sterilize all needed media, tools, and used media before disposal.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverages
• Paid time off package, including vacation, sick time, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• 401K with company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• telemedicine

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree