Microbiology Lab Technician

---

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmentals. The role is responsible for the application of approved microbiological techniques and methodologies used in analytical testing.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

* Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries
* Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload
* Maintain media and reagents as needed for daily microbiological testing
* Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements
* Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal
* Perform quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
* Independently pursue an assigned series of processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements
* Maintain laboratory condition, to include equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures
* Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
* Share information in an open, and timely manner
* Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team
* Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their area
* Responsible for the completion of required training