Certified Group Microbiology Lab Technician Job, Life Science Graduates Apply Now
Certified Group, a leading provider of laboratory testing services across North America, is hiring a Microbiology Lab Technician in Tucker, GA. If you’re passionate about food safety and microbiological testing, this is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, hands-on environment that serves industries like food & beverage, cosmetics, cannabis, and more. Apply today and become part of a team advancing public health and product quality!
About Certified Group
Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, audit, and certification services. The Certified Group of companies includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, Labstat International Inc., Advanced Botanical Consulting & Testing (ABC Testing Inc.), Microconsult Inc., and Micro Quality Labs Inc. The Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, cannabis, nicotine, and hemp industries.
Job Opening: Microbiology Lab Technician
Location: Tucker, GA, US
Requisition ID: 3298
Job Summary
Prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental contaminants. The role is responsible for applying approved microbiological techniques and methodologies used in analytical testing.
Essential Responsibilities
- Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries
- Apply aseptic techniques in the daily workload
- Maintain media and reagents as needed for daily microbiological testing
- Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements
- Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal
- Perform quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- Associate degree in Life Science or two years of laboratory experience, preferred
- Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory
Physical Demands
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
- 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
Benefits
- Progressive 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employer Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Group Medical
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dental
- Paid Holidays and Time Off
- Many positions qualify for the company bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Certified Group values diversity and is committed to Equal Opportunity employment practices.
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