Lab Technician - Microbiology

Location: Farmingdale

** Description*
* Performs microbiological procedures on cosmetic raw materials, bulk and finished goods to ensure compliance with company, industry, and government guidelines/regulations. Work performed in EL R&D Microbiology lab requires contact with Biosafety level 2 organisms which have been associated with human disease and hazard.  Because of this risk, the daily responsibilities require uninterrupted focus by the technician to the task at hand due to the potential impact to the technician, product and potentially the consumer.

** Responsibilities:
** Support scientists in the execution of microbiological studies, including sample preparation, plating, dilution, and microbial enumeration.

Prepare equipment, glassware, and supplies in advance of experimental work to optimize scientist productivity.

Makes media and prepares and labels test tubes and petri dishes for testing

-Performs challenge tests to determine preservation effectiveness in research, pilot and production samples.

-Performs microbiological tests on raw materials, bulk, and finished goods to determine microbiological content and composition.

-Assist in setting up and executing experiments and ensure readiness of materials and equipment.

-Support environmental monitoring and routine lab maintenance activities as required

Accurately document test results, observations, and deviations in laboratory systems and notebooks in accordance with data integrity standard

Work closely with scientists to understand experimental needs, timelines, and priorities.

Proactively anticipate laboratory needs to minimize delays in project execution.

Follow all SOPs, GMP guidelines, and safety requirements in execution of laboratory activities

-Reviews test results with immediate supervisor and maintain files and records.

-Manage laboratory inventory, including monitoring stock levels of media, reagents, consumables, and critical supplies.

-Ensure proper labeling, storage, and traceability of materials in compliance with SOPs and data integrity requirements.

-Support periodic inventory checks, reconciliation, and audit readiness activities as required.

Assists immediate supervisor in other functions and duties as assigned.

** Qualifications*
* 0-2 years of lab experience

-Minimum Associate's Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry or Biology

-Must be able to work in a high volume/fast paced laboratory with agility for change.

-Knowledge of Windows based computer programs.

-Strong technical and interpersonal skills

-Good communication skills

-Works well both independently and part of a team

-Excellent time management skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USAppl