What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microbiology Lab Tech - Food position at Randstad Life Sciences?
Title: Microbiology Technician- Quality
Contract: 6 Months
Location: St. Louis, MO - 63102
Shift: Monday thru Friday 7am-3:30pm.
Job Description
This role is responsible for carrying out approved microbiological techniques and methodologies, preparing samples, and performing analytical and microbial testing of food products, ingredients, environmental samples, and other sample matrices.
Job Responsibilities
• Apply aseptic technique in all work conducted
• Documentation of sample preparation, quality control and analytical activities
• Prepare and analyze samples for pathogens, indicator organisms, probiotics, and other microbes
• Accurately perform testing methods and read testing results
• Responsible for the completion of required training to progress to more complex tasks
Education & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
• BS in Microbiology or a Life Science.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique
• 1 years of laboratory experience in a commercial food testing analytical laboratory desirable but not required.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 or GLPs desirable but not required.
• General knowledge and experience in microbiological testing desirable but not required.
Physical Demands:
• Must have full dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer and carry out required testing and tasks
• Capable of keeping up with a fast-paced, goal-oriented team
• Color vision and depth perception necessary
• Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs
PPE (shoes, lab coat, safety glasses) provided
Salary : $20 - $21
