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Job
Summary:
The
function of this job is to perform professional analytical and
microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmentals. The position entails
responsibility for application and evaluation of approved microbiological
techniques and methodologies used in analytical testing of food products/environmentals. The position has the authority to
act as the laboratory Lead Microbiologist. This authority and its
scope are based on the technical knowledge of the individual. The Lead
Technologist will have frequent contact with laboratory customer base when
needed as well as perform frequent review and interpretation of laboratory
results. The position works closely with Laboratory Management, the
Process Supervisor, and Technical Supervisor and in the daily functions
associated with the laboratory.
Responsibilities: apply aseptic/microbiological
techniques in daily workload; coordinate sample collection, transport, and
receiving; prepare media and reagents as needed for daily microbiological
testing; accurately perform and read test results; supervise training of
new and current laboratory personnel; report inventory and expendable
supplies/materials; implement and monitor quality assurance and audit
programs; supervise special projects; assist with the development and
implementation of laboratory services and responsiveness to customer needs.
Minimum
Qualifications:
- BS degree in Microbiology,
Chemistry, Food Technology, or related field or; Graduate degree in
Microbiology
- Two years experience in
an analytical testing laboratory
- Three or more years experience
in a commercial food-testing laboratory preferred
- Working knowledge of aseptic
sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable methods
and procedures
- Familiarity with GMP , OSHA
guidelines, FDA, BAM, APHA, and Compendium methods and procedure
- Broad knowledge of concepts,
practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory Or
equivalent combination of education and experience
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