Purpose (Objective): The incumbent prepares sample for processing and maintainsdocumentation of process to facilitate
analysisprocedures.

Main activities:
▪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