What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician I position at Ponca City Development Authority?
The below job is only being posted by Ponca City Development Authority and is being hired by a local employer.
The contact information for this position is Log10 company: info@log10.com
Job Purpose:
An Entry Level Position that Supports the Lab Through the Completion of Basic Laboratory Job Duties
Duties 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) on Petrifilm media
- ▪ Assisting in the preparation and processing samples and media
- ▪ Assisting in water activity (aw) & pH analyses
- • Monitoring, verification, calibration and recording activities:
- ▪ Equipment temperature checks
- ▪ Balance checks
- ▪ Environmental & water sampling
- ▪ media quality checks,
- ▪ autoclave sterilization temperatures
- ▪ Completion of daily and weekly checklists as assigned by Laboratory Manager or Supervisor on duty
- • Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager or Supervisor on duty, other analyses according to the appropriate Standard Operating Procedures, Test Methods, Work Instructions,
- • Following all activities and procedures established under the ISO 17025 standard, the Good Laboratory Practices program, and the Log10 Quality Management System
- • Under supervision, assisting in activities related to manufacturing, fermentation, and research projects
• Other Duties as Required
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
- ▪ High School Graduate or GED
- • Specialized Knowledge
- ▪ Basic Computer Skills including a Working Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Skills
- ▪ Ability to Follow Written and Verbal Directions 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
- ▪ Classes in or Industry Training in Food Science, Food Microbiology, Laboratory, Biology, Chemistry, Food Safety, Quality Assurance or Quality Control
