Our client is a Minnesota company who manufactures and markets many branded consumer products. Their history dates to back the mid 1800's.

The Microbiology Lab Technician, will be responsible for

• Facilitating analytical testing
• Providing support and flexibility related to the analysis of samples in the lab
• Document results and review data
• Investigate any technical discrepancies
• Develop a strong knowledge of the analytical methods being used to analyze samples

Salary: $23/hr (long term contract)

Schedule: 40 hrs, M-F, OT and weekends as needed

Benefits: Health Insurance available (Medical / Dental / Vision)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree - Food Science, Microbiology, or related field Required!
• 1-3 years of Previous experience in Microbiology
• Knowledge of microbiological plating techniques
• Basic lab skills - aseptic technique, pipetting, and serial dilutions
• Knowledge of laboratory quality systems, statistics, and document control - ISO 17025 experience Preferred!
• Ability to manually calculate analytical test results
• Strong knowledge and background of analytical instrumentation
• Skills to be successful -Positive Attitude, Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, Problem Solver, Flexible and Adaptable, Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with MSOffice Word, Excel
• Collaborate Team Player
• Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer
• The position is subject to passing a background check ad drug screen

Keywords: microbiology, technician, food products, laboratory, food testing, food science, biology, chemistry, analytical testing, lab, tech,

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