Microbiologist Technician - Innophos
North Salt Lake, UT 84054
About the Job
The Microbiologist Technician is responsible for conducting routine microbiology tests, recording results, performing maintenance tasks, and assisting the Lead Microbiologist in maintaining the microbiology lab and conducting microbiological analyses under professional supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine microbiology tests on raw materials, finished goods, environmental monitoring samples, retests/OOS samples, and other project samples, all while maintaining a contamination-free environment
- Prepare testing samples, paperwork, and equipment/tools accurately, including maintaining and preparing testing media and sterilizing equipment
- Review results and record data in both paperwork and electronic systems (e.g., LIMS) following established procedures and protocols
- Monitor and manage inventory of testing supplies, ensuring adequate stock and timely ordering under professional supervision
- Support cross-functional teams by undertaking temporary assignments as assigned by quality management.
- Participate in GMP and safety training sessions for continuous improvement and compliance
- Maintain strict adherence to safety regulations in all microbiology laboratory activities, proactively preventing accidents, and promoting a culture of safety
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine microbiology tests on raw materials, finished goods, environmental monitoring samples, retests/OOS samples, and other project samples, all while maintaining a contamination-free environment
- Prepare testing samples, paperwork, and equipment/tools accurately, including maintaining and preparing testing media and sterilizing equipment
- Review results and record data in both paperwork and electronic systems (e.g., LIMS) following established procedures and protocols
- Monitor and manage inventory of testing supplies, ensuring adequate stock and timely ordering under professional supervision
- Support cross-functional teams by undertaking temporary assignments as assigned by quality management.
- Participate in GMP and safety training sessions for continuous improvement and compliance
- Maintain strict adherence to safety regulations in all microbiology laboratory activities, proactively preventing accidents, and promoting a culture of safety
Benefits:
- Benefits are available according to Innophos policy
- Annual incentive bonus (based on site and company performance)
- 11 paid holidays
- Vacation Time based on years of service
- 1 floating holiday
- 48hrs of PTO
- 401k match up to 5%
- Safety shoes and prescription safety glasses
- Medical & Dental benefits
- Health care & Dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance (1X annual salary)
- Short Term Disability insurance
- Long Term Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid Parental Leave (20 Days)
- Adoption reimbursement program
- Educational assistance program (based on company policies)
Required Education and Experiences
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Associate degree or relevant education (current Junior) and experience in microbiology, biology, or a related scientific field
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Familiarity with General Laboratory Practices
- Basic understanding of cGMP and good documentation practices
- Sound understanding of math and related science
- Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices including the proper wearing of clean protective clothing, following personal hygiene standards, and adherence to food/drink/tobacco restrictions
Environment and/or Physical Factors:
- Constant plant field visits or work in the production area that may require the use of protective clothing & personal devices: safety shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, mask, goggles, insulated gloves, safety vest, harness, hair net, slicker suit, self-contained breathing apparatus
- Frequent standing, walking, and office work
- Seldom squatting, bending, and temperature changes (range from 70 to ambient)
- Rare lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and climbing
- Never operates mobile equipment
Shift
- Sunday to Wednesday 7 hours each day (6:30 AM to 2:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break), totaling 28 hours.
OR
- Thursday to Saturday, 7 hours each day (6:30 AM to 2:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break), totaling 21 hours.
- Flexibility and potential adjustments to the schedule may be required to accommodate business needs
Wages are based on experience and qualifications
About Innophos
Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions that deliver far-reaching, versatile benefits for the food, health, nutrition and industrial markets. We leverage our expertise in the science and technology of blending and formulating phosphate, mineral and botanical based ingredients for our customers.
Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. We are driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity and collaboration.
Headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, Innophos has manufacturing operations across the United States, in Canada, Mexico and China and sells into over 70 countries.
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