Microbiology Lab Technician

Description:

• Supplies, inventory management and ordering all products for the micro lab.

• Maintain Microbiology laboratory quality control activities as outline in the Microbiology Internal Control Plan(ICP).

• Rapid microbiological analysis including PCR technology.

• Microbial analysis using AOAC/ISO methodology.

• Microbial data entry, reporting out of specification data with corrective action initiated.

• Support quality functions.

• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for any product or environmental monitoring deviations and/or failures.

• Environmental monitoring for pathogens as per the Internal Control Plan

• Responsible for reporting out microbiological results and managing product and ingredient release as per company standards.

• Adhere to safe work and laboratory practices, follow GMP's, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety

• Will be required to visually assess test outcomes by color (Ex. staining, changes in agar color, salmonella rapid test)

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills:

Microbiology, Laboratory, Biology, Aseptic technique, Sample Prep, Environmental Sampling

Top Skills Details:

Microbiology, Laboratory, Biology

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Associate's in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology or related field.

• High School Diploma + 1-2 years experience in a lab environment.

• Strong attention to detail and communication skills

• Reliable

• Able to work independently

Experience Level:

Entry Level

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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