Microbiology Lab Technician

Job title: Microbiology Lab Technician Client: Hunter Scouts Location: Grand Rapids/Ada, Michigan, United States - On-Site Contract type: W2 contract Contract duration: Initial 6 months (potential extension up to 3 years or conversion to permanent) Salary:

About the role Hunter Scouts is recruiting for a Microbiology Lab Technician to support a confidential consumer goods manufacturer in the Grand Rapids/Ada, MI area. This is an entry-level, on-site, first-shift role working as part of a cohesive QC lab team. You will be trained on multiple microbiology techniques and rotational duties supporting quality control testing and release of raw materials, finished products, and environmental samples.

Responsibilities

• Prepare culture media and reagents; perform autoclaving and media QC per SOPs
• Perform basic environmental and microbiological testing and accurately record and report results
• Clean and sterilize glassware and lab equipment
• Calibrate/verify basic lab instruments (balances, pipettes, pH meters, incubators)
• Follow SOPs/test methods and adhere to lab safety and quality procedures
• Participate in rotational duties and team meetings; provide occasional weekend coverage after training
  
  

Requirements

• Must currently be based within a 50-mile radius of Grand Rapids/Ada, Michigan
• 6 months–2 years of laboratory experience (academic or industry) in microbiology or closely related lab work
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship
• Able to work on-site first shift, be available for occasional weekend work after training, sit/stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs/test methods, maintain accurate laboratory documentation, prepare culture media and reagents, perform sterilization (autoclave), basic microbiological/environmental testing, and calibrate basic lab instruments
  
  

Preferred Skills

• GMP microbiology laboratory experience
• Quality control experience in consumer goods, nutraceuticals, or pharmaceuticals
• Experience with aseptic technique, plate counts, microscopy, and environmental monitoring programs
  
  

Application process Recruiter screening calls are optional. Candidates must be W2‑eligible (no C2C) and local to the Grand Rapids/Ada area. During pre-screen the recruiter will confirm W2 vs 1099 preference and expected pay; C2C submissions will be screened out.

To apply, please submit your resume through the job board posting. Recruiters will review and reach out to qualified candidates for a pre-screening conversation.