What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microbiology Laboratory Analyst position at Brightpath Associates LLC?
Manufacturer of Premium Meat Products in Fort Atkinson
A family owned and operated business for over 135 years, is searching for a Microbiology Laboratory Analyst. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who can demonstrate organization, a high level of accuracy, and attention to detail.
Position Summary
Conduct all tests per methods and SOPs assigned to the Microbiology Laboratory. Maintain Microbiology Lab QC programs, equipment, and facility per schedule. Manage inventory levels in the Microbiology Lab.
Responsibilities
- Schedule and perform inter-laboratory and intra-laboratory test programs for the Microbiology Lab.
- Maintain Microbiology Lab equipment and facility per schedule and SOPs in a timely manner with action taken as appropriate.
- Perform Microbiology Lab QC program requirements in a timely and accurate manner with corrective action taken for non-compliant samples, results, or trends.
- Monitor and maintain the inventory ordering system for the Lab.
- Schedule and send routine samples to contract laboratories.
- Cross-trained to cover Pathogen Lab duties every other weekend on a rotating basis and some holidays.
- As the Microbiology Analyst working 1 week Monday – Friday; the next week 3 days in Microbiology and Saturday and Sunday in the Pathogen Lab.
- Provide training, coverage, or assistance to other Lab Analysts as assigned.
- Need to be able to work flexible first shift hours and days. Must be able to work a rotational schedule, alternating between week 1 (Monday – Friday) and week 2 (3 weekdays plus Saturday and Sunday).
- Accepts special projects and completes them accurately and in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Associate degree in a related field with relevant experience
Experience or Training: Good problem-solving, time management and organizational skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision. A high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Technology/Equipment: Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or related field.
Experience or Training: 2 years of experience in a food laboratory. Knowledge of GLPs.
Technology/Equipment: Prior experience with computer-based LIMS.
Physical and mental demands:
- Manual dexterity to operate all office and laboratory equipment efficiently
- Visual dexterity to operate all office and laboratory equipment efficiently
- Ability to distinguish color
- Walking
- Bending
- Stooping
- Reach above shoulders
- Standing
- Sitting
- Talking
- Hearing
- Finger Manipulation
- Exposure to cold, hot, damp, and noisy environments
- Lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
Working Environment:
The majority of work duties are conducted in a laboratory environment. There may be exposure to production areas requiring the use of PPE, uniform or protective clothing, and safety equipment.
Benefits Package
We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package:
- Medical Insurance with a Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Company Paid Short Term Disability/Sick Pay
- Long Term Disability available
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation (pro-rated) 2 weeks after probationary period and 3 weeks after 1 year of service
- 401K with a 100% Employer Match on 5.5% of eligible earnings
- Health Club Incentives
- Professional Development Including Tuition Reimbursement & more!
