+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | POSITION OVERVIEW: | | | | Microbiology Technician you'll be responsible for performing all phases | | of Microbiological testing for Quality Control and Research and | | Development. The position reports into the Microbiology Manager and | | entails great challenges and career development. | | | | RESPONSIBILITIES: | | | | Performing all phases of Microbiological testing: | | Aerobic plate counts on products, bulks and raw materials. | | Enrichment procedure. | | Preservative efficacy testing (PET). | | Environmental testing: | | - Monthly air plates | | - Weekly Water testing. | | | | Auditing of proper cleaning and sanitation of equipment. | | Able to prepare all media necessary for testing | | Proper documentation of all test samples. | | Monitoring and recording of equipment temperatures. | | Proper operation and maintenance of the autoclave. | | Maintain all records. | | Manage laboratory supplies. | | Conduct any other tasks as assigned by manager. | | SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: | | | | - Bachelor's Degree- preferably in the physical sciences. | | - Biology and/or microbiology course work preferred.   | | - Ability to manage multiple projects at once and | | prioritize appropriately. | | - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. | | - Must be able to communicate problems as they arise and feel | | comfortable working with all departments | | - Excellent computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office. | | - Ability to work in a change oriented, fast-paced environment. | | - Strong, Consistent and reliable attention to detail. | | - Ability to work independently. | | | | PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: | | | | The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not | | limited, to the motor/physical abilities and skills require of position | | in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and | | responsibilities of this position.  In accordance with the Americans | | with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to | | empower individuals with disabilities to undertake the essential duties | | and responsibilities of the position. | | | | While undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of the | | position, the employee must repeatedly sit, listen, speak, type and move | | throughout the facility.  Must be capable of using a keyboard for | | computer purposes. | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+