Certified Group
Lab Analyst 1 – Certified Group
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About the Company Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, serving the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis and hemp industries.
Job Summary Perform analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples. The position applies approved microbiological techniques and evaluates test results.
Essential Responsibilities
Accurately perform and read test results and notify Laboratory Management of deviations
Prepare and analyze samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries
Apply aseptic/microbiological techniques in daily workload
Report inventory and expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements
Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, trash disposal, and equipment quality control
Assist in quality duties by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
Pursue scheduled processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements
Maintain a high degree of technical competence by reading scientific journals, attending professional workshops, and staying aware of food industry issues and trends
Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
Share information in an open and timely manner
Assist in managing priorities and schedule to achieve individual and team goals within the Food Safety Net Services Team
Ensure safety for oneself and others in the work area
Supervision
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Education & Experience
Associate degree in Life Science or related field with two or more years of laboratory experience, preferred
Two or more years of experience in a commercial food-testing or analytical laboratory
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable methods and procedures
Familiarity with GLP, OSHA guidelines, FDA, BAM, APHA, ISO, and USP methods and procedures
Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory
Ability to travel when necessary
Physical Demands / Work Environment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and 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 tasks
Overnight travel required at the discretion of management
Occasionally 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
Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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About the Company Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, serving the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis and hemp industries.
Job Summary Perform analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples. The position applies approved microbiological techniques and evaluates test results.
Essential Responsibilities
Accurately perform and read test results and notify Laboratory Management of deviations
Prepare and analyze samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries
Apply aseptic/microbiological techniques in daily workload
Report inventory and expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements
Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, trash disposal, and equipment quality control
Assist in quality duties by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
Pursue scheduled processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements
Maintain a high degree of technical competence by reading scientific journals, attending professional workshops, and staying aware of food industry issues and trends
Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
Share information in an open and timely manner
Assist in managing priorities and schedule to achieve individual and team goals within the Food Safety Net Services Team
Ensure safety for oneself and others in the work area
Supervision
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Education & Experience
Associate degree in Life Science or related field with two or more years of laboratory experience, preferred
Two or more years of experience in a commercial food-testing or analytical laboratory
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable methods and procedures
Familiarity with GLP, OSHA guidelines, FDA, BAM, APHA, ISO, and USP methods and procedures
Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory
Ability to travel when necessary
Physical Demands / Work Environment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and 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 tasks
Overnight travel required at the discretion of management
Occasionally 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
Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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