Lab Analyst - 3rd Shift

We are currently looking for a Pathogen Lab Analyst
to join our growing team!

Perform analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples. The position performs the application and evaluation of approved microbiological techniques and methodologies.

• Accurately perform and read test results and notify Laboratory Management of deviations
• Prepare and analyze samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries
• Apply aseptic/microbiological techniques in daily workload
• Report inventory and expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements
• Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, trash disposal, and equipment quality control
• Assist in quality duties by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
• Pursue assigned series of processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements
• Maintain a high degree of technical competence by reading scientific journals, attending professional workshops, and being aware of food industry issues and trends
• Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
• Share information in an open and timely manner
• Assist 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

• This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.

• Associate degree in Life Science or related field with two or more years of laboratory experience, preferred
• Two or more years of experience in a commercial food-testing or analytical laboratory
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable methods and procedures
• Familiarity with GLP, OSHA guidelines, FDA, BAM, APHA, ISO, and USP methods and procedures
• Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory
• Ability to travel when necessary

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer components
• Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens
• Noise level varies from quiet to loud
• Temperature varies from hot to cold
• Interactive and fast-paced team oriented tasks
• Overnight travel is required at the discretion of management
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Color vision and depth perception

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.