Micro Lab Tech 1

Certified Laboratories Inc
Allentown, PA
Job DescriptionJob Description
Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can feel confident in - on time, every time - so the world can trust in what it consumes. As a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.

We have embarked on an important journey to unify and strengthen our culture by living these core values: Start with the Customer, Drive to Deliver, Commit to Safety and Quality, and Believe in the Team - including believing in you.

We are currently looking for a Microbiology Technician to join our growing team!

JOB SUMMARY

Prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmentals. The role is responsible for the application of approved microbiological techniques and methodologies used in analytical testing.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries
  • Apply aseptic techniques in 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.
  • Independently pursue an assigned series of processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements
  • Maintain laboratory condition, to include equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures
  • Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
  • Share information in an open, and timely manner
  • Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team
  • Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their area
  • Responsible for the completion of required training

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
  • Ability to travel is preferred
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer components
  • 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
  • Interactive and fast-paced team oriented tasks
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Color vision and depth perception
BENEFITS
  • Progressive 401k 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 which qualify for the company bonus program
Tuesday through Saturday; 1pm to 9:30pm
Posted 2025-11-06

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