Microbiologist Associate

Job Summary:

As a Microbiologist Associate at Campbell Soup Company, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products. Your primary responsibility will be to perform analytical and microbiological testing of products, ingredients, food components, and environmental samples. You will gather data and report findings, working closely with the supervisor to ensure quality conformance to microbiological, analytical, and other specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform microbiological and analytical testing of products, ingredients, food components, and environmental samples under the guidance of the supervisor.
• Utilize the LIMS computer system for data storage of analytical micro results.
• Remain current on microbiological techniques, including micro plating, Vidas testing, Gene-Up testing, and FDA BAM.
• Comply with laboratory ISO 17025 standards.
• Remain proficient in acid and low acid subculturing.
• Follow up with supervision/management on all exceptions and corrective actions.
• Assist in continuous improvement and the implementation of efficient and effective changes to process, equipment, facility, and supplies.
• Maintain pertinent cultures and/or purity testing as needed under the direction of supervisor.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot all equipment and instrumentation associated with assigned assays and duties.
• Assist in 3rd party sample submissions, if needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Safety, Microbiology, or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in a microbiology laboratory.

Working Conditions:

Candidate will work mainly in a laboratory setting, working with various chemicals and biological cultures that may be hazardous. Candidate will also be required to work with a computer on a daily basis for communication, research, and report writing.

Disclaimer:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between $51,400-$73,900. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k, and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

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