Certified Group
Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing for our customers. As a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. We provide analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.
Base pay range $20.00/hr - $20.00/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, including 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.
Assist 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 tasks.
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.
Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program.
Seniority level
Entry level.
Employment type
Full-time.
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology.
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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Base pay range $20.00/hr - $20.00/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, including 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.
Assist 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 tasks.
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.
Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program.
Seniority level
Entry level.
Employment type
Full-time.
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology.
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Certified Group by 2x.
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