Microbiology Laboratory Technician - Adamson Analytical Laboratories

Prepare to immerse yourself in the dynamic environment of Adamson Analytical Laboratories, a Tentamus North America company!

We are hiring for a Microbiology Lab Technician to join our Corona, CA team; Our ideal candidate will exhibit a passion for exploration and possess an insatiable curiosity!

How you will contribute as a vital part of our team:

• Work with the microbiology supervisor to determine priority of samples, and perform the following:
  • Media preparation
  • Sample weighing, plating, and counting
  • Cleaning and sanitizing throughout the Microbiology Laboratory
  • Maintain notebooks and other relevant documentation to GDP (Good Documentation Practices) standards
  • Basic setup, troubleshooting, and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Perform routine checks of instruments such as balances, refrigerators, and incubators
  • Receive and log in reagents, along with certificates of analysis and SDSs
  • Prepare reports and summarize large amounts of data using Excel, instrument software and LIMS.
  • Properly handle and dispose of laboratory hazardous waste.
• Shared responsibility for inventory and restocking of supplies for general laboratory needs.
• Seek opportunities to reduce routine laboratory costs by increased efficiency (higher throughput, decreased cost of supplies).
• Execute projects as assigned to meet changing laboratory needs and requirements.
• Shared responsibility for general laboratory organization and cleanliness.
• Lab closing duties like trash removal and end of day cleaning duties

Position Type & Expected Schedule

Full-Time | M - F 9:00AM - 6:00PM | Weekend hours required | Some holiday hours required | OT Eligible

To be successful at Adamson, you'll need:

The successful candidate will be authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship, with a minimum of a high school diploma (A.S. or B.S. in Biology preferred), and/or related science or experience working in a production laboratory.New Grads are welcome! Other items include:

• Lab setting experience preferably in a microbiology laboratory.
• Good working knowledge of laboratory terminology, biology, bench work, equipment, materials, and the techniques/procedures commonly used in a production laboratory and basic lab skills.
• Knowledge of LIMS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

What's in it for you?

Hourly pay between $20 to $23, comprehensive and low-cost benefit plans (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance) Ample PTO and 40 hours of sick time, and a matching 401k

About Tentamus:

Labs for Life®. We are a global network of full-service accredited analytical laboratories providing crucial quality and safety analysis for clients locally, nationally, and beyond using proven methods of chemistry and microbiology. Many of the products you use and consume daily rely on Tentamus labs. With 18 labs in the U.S. and growing (100 globally), we celebrate having talented diverse scientific and service-oriented professionals.

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