Lab Technician Job at Certified Group | Life Science Graduates Apply
Certified Group is hiring a Micro Lab Technician 1 in Springdale, AR. This full-time role is ideal for candidates with a Life Science background who are interested in hands-on microbiological and analytical testing. Join a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, certification, and regulatory consulting to support the safety and quality of food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and more.
- Job Position: Micro Lab Technician
- Location: Springdale, Arkansas, United States
- Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly
About the Company
Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification services. Its divisions include Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. The company supports food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, cannabis, and hemp industries with high-quality testing and regulatory guidance.
Job Description
The Micro Lab Technician 1 prepares samples for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental surfaces. Candidates with a Life Science background will apply approved microbiological techniques to ensure the quality, safety, and compliance of laboratory results. This role involves hands-on work in sample preparation, media maintenance, and quality control monitoring.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemical analyses.
- Apply aseptic techniques in daily laboratory workflows.
- Maintain the necessary media and reagents for microbiological testing.
- Inventory and report expendable supplies and materials.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, and sanitizing of lab equipment.
- Conduct quality control monitoring, including monitoring incubator temperatures and inoculating control organisms.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure lab compliance with FSNS policies and customer requirements.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and ongoing improvement initiatives.
- Follow safety protocols to protect oneself and others in the lab environment.
Educational Qualification
Associate degree in Life Science
Experience and Skills
- Two years of lab experience preferred.
- Broad knowledge of laboratory concepts, practices, and procedures in a food testing environment.
- Ability to follow laboratory protocols and operate safely with hazardous materials.
- Ability to travel is preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Benefits
- Progressive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Group Medical and Dental coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Holidays and Time Off
- Bonus eligibility for qualifying positions
