Microbiology Technician

About the position

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years. If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

Responsibilities

• Read plates and tubes, as required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample
• Record findings on worksheet for verification
• Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked
• Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed
• Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process
• Prepare sample for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending
• Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature
• Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required
• Sterilize materials needed for analysis. Autoclave plates before discarding
• Perform food poisoning, pH and other analysis tests on sample when requested by the client
• Ensure that media and materials are prepared for the next testing sequence
• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities
• Set up equipment and materials needed for analysis
• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process
• Perform necessary housekeeping duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and sanitized
• Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required
• Adhere to all safety policies
• Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the management system
• Perform other related tasks as needed

Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent work experience
• Basic knowledge of microbiology to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results
• Basic knowledge of personal computers to accurately enter testing data and results
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies
• Planning skills to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure analysis is completed within specified time

Benefits

• Contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose
• Impact on strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise
• Be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people
• Diverse and open-minded environment
• Opportunities to learn and share within an international group of more than 8200 team members