Senior Lab Technician

Your Opportunity as the Senior Lab Technician  

The focus for this role is to support the plants and R&D by performing microbiological testing and reporting results.

Location: Orrville, OH  

Work Arrangements: Hybrid, Monday - Friday

In this role you will:  

·         Perform routine microbiological testing & report results

·         Maintain International Organization for Standardization (ISO)/International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 17025 accredited methods

·         Follow good laboratory and safety practices

·         Prepare laboratory reagents

·         Maintain laboratory supplies, equipment records, and methods

·         Maintain and calibrate lab equipment

·         Perform general laboratory upkeep, inventory management, and ordering supplies

·         Support laboratory projects

·         Communicate with customers to coordinate testing related to microbiological testing procedures

·         Provide support to the Analytical Lab as needed

What we are looking for:  

Minimum Requirements: 

·         Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Microbiology / Food Science or related field

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:  

·         General laboratory experience is strongly preferred

·         Microbiological Laboratory experience or training is strongly preferred

·         Familiarity with aseptic technique is strongly preferred

·         Biosafety Level 2 laboratory experience is preferred

·         Strong communication skills (written and oral) and customer service communication skills

·         Strong chemistry and mathematics background, statistical background a plus

·         Good computer skills, including familiarity with a Laboratory Management System (LMS)

·         Strong time management skills with attention to detail

·         Highly adaptable and flexible to a dynamic environment

·         Self-motivated, high-energy level, positive attitude

·         Ability to work a minimum of one company assigned holiday per year (could be 1-3 days during that holiday week for 1-2 hours each day and/or if a Holiday falls on a Sunday if there is a rotation)

·         Possible weekend work hours in a rotation

·         Ability to stand for extended periods of time and occasionally to lift up to 40 lbs. is required

·         Ability to work independently

The Right Place for You 

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

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