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Job Summary
The
Laboratory Technician II performs professional analytical and
microbiological testing of food products, ingredients and environmentals.
Primary functions include preparing and analyzing samples for
indicator organisms, pathogens and chemistries according to acceptable
methods. Preparing and maintaining bacteriological media and reagents,
disposal of solutions including autoclave and hazardous waste,
sterilization protocols, and glassware maintenance. As well as assisting with quality control
monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms,
running media controls and other laboratory quality control procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
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Associate degree in
Life Science or related field with two or more years of laboratory
experience or; BS degree in Life Science, or related field
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Working knowledge of
aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable methods
and procedures
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Familiarity with GMP
, OSHA guidelines, FDA, BAM, APHA, and Compendium methods and procedure
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Broad knowledge of
concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory
· Or equivalent combination of
education and experience
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