Microbiology Technician
Stone Mountain
Regular
MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES
As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.
If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!
YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE
We are looking for a Microbiology Technician in 2169 West Park Court, Stone Mountain, GA 30087 USA. Your mission will be to:
Purpose (Objective):The incumbent prepares samples for processing and maintains documentation of process to facilitate testing procedures.
Main activities:YOUR PROFILE
- No previous laboratory experience is required - we will provide full training
- Temperature controlled work environment
- Previous experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, food industry, food service, or retail
Profile (required
education/qualification and professional background): HS Diploma. The incumbent must have a basic
knowledge of science to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain
accurate results. A basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to
accurately enter testing data and results. A basic knowledge of laboratory
safety procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working
environment. Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis
materials and ensure analysis is completed within specified time.
Required skills: Time
management skills, ability to prioritze samples and taks in a fact paced
environment. Attention to detail. Analytical skills are essential to complete
analysis procedures and determine the concentration of the microorganism. A
general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required
to process client data. Physical dexterity is required for manipulating
samples.
Management (Size and characteristics of the
team(s)):
Work Environment: The incumbent works in a laboratory
setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to
laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will occur when in the laboratory.
Safety equipment of gloves, laboratory coat and eyeglasses may need to be worn
depending on the testing process. The incumbent may use the autoclave daily to
complete the analysis process. Continuous lifting of analysis materials
weighing up to 50 pounds are necessary to transport media materials. The
incumbent can expect extended time spent in a standing position. The incumbent
should be able to detect slight variation in shades of colors.
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