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Microbiologist Technician
Crete Analytical Laboratory
Regular
MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES
As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.
If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!
YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE
We are looking for a Microbiologist Technician in 3600 Eagle Nest Dr, North Building, Crete, IL 60417 USA. Your mission will be to:
- Rotating 4/10 schedule - 4 days a week, 10 hour shifts
-Tuesday - Saturday rotating schedule
- Start time can be between 11 AM - 12 PM
Read plates and tubes, as required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample
Record findings on worksheet for verification
Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked
Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed
Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process
Prepare sample for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending
Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature
Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required
Sterilize materials needed for analysis. Autoclave plates before discarding
Perform food poisoning, pH and other analysis tests on sample when requested by the client
Ensure that media and materials are prepared for the next testing sequence
Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities
Set up equipment and materials needed for analysis
Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process
Perform necessary housekeeping duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and sanitized
Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required
Adhere to all safety policies
Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the management system
Perform other related tasks as needed
YOUR PROFILE
Associates degree or 1 year equivalent work experience. A basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to accurately enter testing data and results. Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure analysis is completed within specified time.
Work Environment: The incumbent works in a laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will occur when in the laboratory. Safety equipment of gloves, laboratory coat and eyeglasses may need to be worn depending on the testing process. The incumbent may use the autoclave daily to complete the analysis process. Continuous lifting of analysis materials weighing up to 50 pounds are necessary to transport media materials. The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a standing position. The incumbent should be able to detect slight variation in shades of colors.WHY JOIN US?
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Full Time
Ancillary Healthcare
$61k-81k (estimate)
03/19/2023
07/02/2024
merieuxnutrisciences.com
CHICAGO, IL
3,000 - 7,500
1967
Product/Brand/Service
PHILIPPE SANS
$50M - $200M
Ancillary Healthcare
Merieux NutriSciences provides services to evaluate food safety, quality and nutrition programs to the food and nutrition and agrochemicals sectors.
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