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Certified Group

Micro Lab Tech 1

Certified Group, Melville, New York, us, 11775

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Base pay range $22.00/hr - $22.00/hr

Job Summary Prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples. The role is responsible for the application of approved microbiological techniques and methodologies used in analytical testing.

Essential Responsibilities

Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries

Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload

Maintain media and reagents as needed for daily microbiological testing

Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements

Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal

Perform quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.

Independently pursue an assigned series of processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements

Maintain laboratory condition, to include equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures

Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner

Share information in an open, and timely manner

Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team

Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their area

Responsible for the completion of required training

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree in Life Science or two years of laboratory experience, preferred

Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory

Ability to travel is preferred

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer components

Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens

Noise level varies from quiet to loud

Temperature varies from hot to cold

Interactive and fast-paced team oriented tasksOccasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Color vision and depth perception

Benefits

Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan

Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

Group Medical

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Dental

Paid Holidays and Time Off

Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program

Mon-Friday & Tues-Saturday, 3:00PM-11:30PM, and holidays

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