Job Description

Pay Range: $18.50 to $21.80 per hour

The Lab Technician C is a general lab support position that supports high volume sample processing that will require a high degree of accuracy and efficiency. The position would support Animal Health and Food Microbiology in areas of sample receipt, log-in, and processing.

** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:**

• Receive, prepare, and set-up samples for analysis
• Enter data, choose analyses, log and approve samples using a LIMS database
• Process and maintain client samples at correct temperatures
• Assist with shipping of customer supplies including return coolers to customers
• Safely operate an autoclave to sterilize media, reagents, and supplies
• Maintain an accurate inventory of prepared media
• Ensure proper labeling, handling, storage, use, and disposal of media, reagents, and solutions
• Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements
• Perform quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures
• Maintain laboratory condition, to include equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures
• Identify process difficulties and report these together with proposed solutions to supervisor.
• Prepare samples for indicator organisms and pathogens
• Apply aseptic/microbiological techniques in daily workload
• Prepare and maintain media and reagents as needed for daily microbiological testing.
• Performing serial dilutions, plating, and handling of bacterial cultures
• Properly operate laboratory equipment to dispense, pump and measure media and solutions
• Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, trash disposal and equipment quality control
• Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
• Responsible for the completion of required technical and safety training
• Maintain cooperative working relationships
• Accurately perform and read test results and notify Laboratory Management of deviations
• Filing submission forms and performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma required. Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Laboratory experience preferred
• Ability to conduct plating and plate reading
• Must be able to perform some basic calculations related to laboratory bench work, including working knowledge of basic lab equipment and procedures
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook
• 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
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to complete tasks with accuracy
• Must maintain acceptable performance and attendance record; have the ability to work in a team

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new Team Members.