Laboratory Technician II

Job Purpose:• A Mid-Level Position that Supports the Lab Through the Completion of Standard Laboratory Job DutiesDuties and Responsibilities:• Assist in all general laboratory activities including, but not limited to:▪ Logging in client samples, checking Analytical Request Forms and Sample Traceability Forms and delivery of materials to the laboratory▪ Media and reagent preparation▪ Cleaning and sanitation of labware, equipment, lab areas, etc.▪ Sample and waste disposal▪ Processing and plating of environmental samples (sponges and swabs) and product samples on Petrifilm media and pour plate methodology▪ Preparation and processing samples and media▪ Conducting water activity (aw) & pH analyses▪ Under supervision, performance of routine, preventative maintenance on equipment▪ Understanding and operation of PCR (BAX) equipment▪ Monitoring, verification, and calibration activities▪ Equipment temperature checks▪ Balance checks▪ Environmental & water sampling▪ Completion of daily and weekly checklists as assigned by Laboratory Manager, Culture Collection Manager, or Supervisor on duty▪ Inventory of laboratory media and consumables• Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, Culture Collection Manager, or Supervisor on duty, other analyses according to the appropriate Standard Operating Procedures, Test Methods, and Work Instructions• Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, Culture Collection Manager, or Supervisor on duty, generation of Lab Reports and creation or update of basic Test Methods or Work Instructions• Accurate completion of technical records• Reporting of non-conformances to the Laboratory Manager, Culture Collection Manager, or Supervisor on Duty and under assistance, assisting in Correction or CAPA investigations and the completion of corrections or corrective actions• Following all activities and procedures as established in the ISO 17025 standard, Good Laboratory Practices program and Log10 Quality Management System.• Under supervision, assisting in activities related to probiotic production, fermentation, and research projects• Other Duties as RequiredQualifications:Minimum Qualifications:• Education▪ AA degree or equivalent▪ Bachelor’s degree, preferred• Specialized Knowledge▪ Intermediate Computer Skills▪ Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel• Skills▪ Ability to Follow Written and Verbal Direction and Maintain a Laboratory Notebook▪ Good Written & Verbal Communication Skills• Other Characteristics▪ Attention to Detail▪ Able to Work Independently▪ Able to Make Sound Decisions▪ Positive Attitude and Ability to Work as Part of a Team• Experience▪ At least 2 years’ experience in Food Science, Food Microbiology, Laboratory, Biology, Chemistry, Food Safety, Quality Assurance or Quality Control with laboratory functionsWorking Conditions:• Temperature Controlled Laboratory EnvironmentPhysical Requirements:• Ability to Stand for Extended Periods of Time• Ability to Lift 25lbs

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