Microbiology Laboratory Technician

4 weeks ago


Salt Lake, Utah, United States Merieux NutriSciences Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Microbiology Technician to join our team at Merieux NutriSciences. 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.



Key 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

Requirements

Associates degree or equivalent work experience and 1+ year relevant work; or, Bachelor's degree required. The incumbent must have a basic knowledge of microbiology to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results. A basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to accurately enter testing data and results. A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working environment. Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure analysis is completed within specified time.

Work Environment

The incumbent works in a laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will occur when in the laboratory. Safety equipment of gloves, laboratory coat and eyeglasses may need to be worn depending on the testing process. The incumbent may use the autoclave daily to complete the analysis process. Continuous lifting of analysis materials weighing up to 50 pounds are necessary to transport media materials. The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a standing position. The incumbent should be able to detect slight variation in shades of colors.

Why Merieux NutriSciences?

We are a trusted partner in the Public Health mission to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Our global network in 27 countries offers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. Join us in our inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders. We are an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them. We welcome you as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences. We offer plenty of opportunities to learn and share in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members.
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