Microbiology Technician I (night shift)
Job Title: Microbiology Technician I
Reports to: Microbiology Supervisor
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Department: Microbiology
Primary Location: Corona, CA
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt; Full-Time
Summary/Objective:
The Microbiology Technician I is responsible for performance and documentation of extraction methods and training of lab assistants.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Work with the microbiology supervisor to determine priority of samples, and perform the following:
- Media preparation
- Sample weighing, plating, and counting
- Instrument setup
- Cleaning and sanitizing throughout the Microbiology Laboratory
- Maintain notebooks and other relevant documentation to GDP (Good Documentation Practices) standards
- Basic troubleshooting and routine equipment maintenance.
- Perform routine checks of instruments such as balances, refrigerators, and incubators
- Receive and log in reagents, along with certificates of analysis and SDSs
- Prepare reports and summarize large amounts of data using Excel, instrument software and LIMS.
- Properly handle and dispose of laboratory hazardous waste.
- Shared responsibility for inventory and restocking of supplies for general laboratory needs.
- Seek opportunities to reduce routine laboratory costs by increased efficiency (higher throughput, decreased cost of supplies).
- Execute projects as assigned to meet changing laboratory needs and requirements.
- Shared responsibility for general laboratory organization and cleanliness.
- Communication of relevant work details to Lab Supervisor and coworkers.
- Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Education and Experience:
- The successful candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma (A.S. or B.S. in Biology preferred), and related science or experience working in a production laboratory. A preference will be towards candidates that have experience in a microbiology laboratory.
- Good working knowledge of laboratory terminology, biology, bench work, equipment, materials, and the techniques/procedures commonly used in a production laboratory.
- Knowledge of LIMS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
Work Environment
This job operates in a research lab. This role routinely uses standard lab equipment such as beakers, test tubes, flasks, thermometers and computers.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and hours of work are generally Monday through Friday 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM, but may require night shift work on occasion to 11 PM or later.
Travel
Travel is not expected but may occasionally occur for educational/career development purposes.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
COVID-19 considerations:
Employees are required to wear a mask (FFP2 and KN95 masks are provided) when sharing a room with another person if not vaccinated against COVID-19.
Commonly touched surfaces are regularly sanitized.
Hand sanitizer is provided and readily available.
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely:
- No
Work Location: One location