Microbiology Lab Technician

Microbiology Lab Technician

As a Microbiology Lab Technician, you will be responsible for conducting analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples. This role involves the application of approved microbiological techniques and methodologies to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.

• 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, and running media controls.
• Independently pursue an assigned series of processes and procedures in accordance with policies/procedures and customer requirements.
• Maintain laboratory conditions, including 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.

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Proficiency in aseptic techniques.
• Experience in microbiology, biology, chemistry, and quality control.

• Degree in the Sciences is preferred but not required.
• Candidates with laboratory or quality experience without a degree will be considered.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

The work schedule is Tuesday to Saturday, from 1 pm to 9:30 pm. The role offers opportunities for learning and advancement within the organization. There is a 90-day review period where consultants with good attendance, no call-ins, no quality errors, and completed training will receive a pay increase. The company promotes employees internally at both local and national levels.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of De Pere, WI.

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in De Pere, WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2026.