Job Description

Pay Range: $18.00 to $21.00 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. Notify Laboratory Management of deviations.

** Additional functions** :

• Filing submission forms and performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required. Associate or Bachelor degree preferred.
• Must be able to perform some basic calculations related to laboratory bench work.
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic lab equipment and procedures
• The ability to work safely.
• 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.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Ability to conduct plating and plate reading
• 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

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.