Laboratory Technician 1- Microbiology at DFA of California

Kingsburg, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Aseptic Technique, Sample Documentation, LIMS System Entry, Bacteriological Media Preparation, Proficiency Testing, Pipetting, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Maintenance, Data Reading, Confidentiality, Hygienic Practices, Preventive Maintenance

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Description Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager the Laboratory Technician 1 will be providing support to the Microbiology and Chemistry department. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Serve primarily in a production atmosphere as support. Performs all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner. Communicates with all laboratory personnel to ensure quality and efficient service. Maintains customer satisfaction and appropriate confidentiality. Working knowledge of ISO 17025 Quality procedures related to sample documentation. Maintain a professional attitude and acceptable working relationship with coworkers, offering assistance when applicable. Assists with washing and maintaining lab ware. Ability to read quantitative data and enter into LIMS system. Prepares and sets up samples for analysis. Maintains laboratory condition (i.e.: equipment, supplies, quality assurance, and accurate records throughout all procedures). Demonstrates proper techniques (pipetting, labeling samples, etc.), and successful performance in proficiency testing. Prepares and maintain bacteriological media (i.e.: BPW, LST, TSB, etc.). Responsible for sanitation in all areas to maintain a superior level of cleanliness. Provides routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and disposing of trash. Assist in other assigned duties as needed. Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE A.S or B.S. in Biology and/or Chemistry preferred, or equivalent experience. Possess knowledge and demonstrate skills of aseptic technique. High attention to detail is a must. Weekends availability DFA of California complies with the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act and the ADA and will consider reasonable accommodation measures for eligible applicants/employees to perform the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

The Laboratory Technician 1 primarily supports the Microbiology and Chemistry departments in a production atmosphere, performing tasks in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining quality service and customer satisfaction. Key duties include preparing and setting up samples for analysis, maintaining laboratory conditions, and preparing bacteriological media.