Job Title: Microbiology Lab Technician

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated Microbiology Lab Technician to join our team. In this role, you will assist with media production, dispose of samples, and maintain lab cleanliness. You will also help with counting probiotics and eventually perform various lab tests. This position offers a career opportunity within the microbiology team, with training provided on different lab aspects and assay procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with media production
• Dispose of samples
• Maintain and stock the lab
• Put away glassware
• Help with counting probiotics on petri dishes
• Perform various aspects of lab testing
• Conduct routine analysis in the lab
• Test for pathogens such as E.coli, Salmonella, and Listeria
• Perform plating for yeast, mold, and total plate count

Essential Skills

• Aseptic technique
• Pipetting
• Following SOP
• Lab experience
• Food testing or food service experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or Associate's degree in the sciences
• 6 months of lab-related experience (can include support roles)
• 1 years of experience in a food service position (e.g., server, busser, bartender)
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with routine/repetitive tasks (e.g., warehouse, assembly, basic lab work)
• High attention to detail
• Proficiency with various pipettes and micropipettes, including multi-channel electronic pipettes

Work Environment

The lab is a fast-paced environment focused on dietary microbiology and probiotics testing. The facility, which has been newly built since January 2021, employs around 415 staff members. The microbiology department has approximately 20 employees and operates separately from the chemistry lab. The work can be repetitive and is often production-oriented to meet client deadlines. The lab setting requires high attention to detail and the ability to handle various pipetting tools. Please be aware of any potential food allergies as part of the role.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.17 - $20.17/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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