What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Prep Technician (Lawrence, KS) position at IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group?
IEH Laboratories, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for a Media Prep Technician position at its facility in Lawrence, KS.
Ideal candidates will possess the following:
- A high school diploma or GED (required); an associate degree in Biology or related field (preferred)
- Basic math skills
- Collaborative attitude and willingness to work with others
- Good communication and organization skills
- Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs above waist level
- Ability to regularly lift up to 30lbs above waist level
Media Prep Technician duties include: media preparation, sample prep, QC on media, sample sorting and log-in, sample testing steps (under supervision), compositing using aseptic technique, transcribing results, washing glassware, general laboratory cleaning, data entry, inventory control, and other duties as assigned.
This is a full-time position and is eligible for standard benefits after a brief waiting period. The schedule for this position is Sunday to Thursday, from 6:00am - 2:00pm.
Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate-to-severe food allergies, particularly peanut allergies, are discouraged from applying.
To apply for this position please access the company's job posting at: https://apps.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#67a672abea21c866c30dc521
After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single(1) PDF.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D
"Know Your Rights" Poster:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every weekend
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lawrence, KS 66044 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lawrence, KS 66044: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20
