Microbiology Technician - Onsite at Viva USA Inc.
Columbus, OH 43204
About the Job
Title: Microbiology Technician - Onsite
Mandatory skills:
LIMS, MS Office
microbiology, laboratory safety
manufacturing, production, warehouse, food industry, food service, retail
Laboratory Information Management System, LIMS, laboratory management
analysis process, pathogen testing, food poisoning, pH, analysis tests
sample solution, analysis materials, testing data
worksheet, Sterilize materials, continuous improvement process
Description:
We are looking for a Temporary Micro Technician
Your mission will be to:
Read plates and tubes, as required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample
Record findings on worksheet for verification
Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked
Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed
Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process
Prepare sample for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending
Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature
Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required
Sterilize materials needed for analysis. Autoclave plates before discarding
Perform food poisoning, pH and other analysis tests on sample when requested by the client
Ensure that media and materials are prepared for the next testing sequence
Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities
Set up equipment and materials needed for analysis
Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process
Perform necessary housekeeping duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and sanitized
Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required
Adhere to all safety policies
Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the management system
Perform other related tasks as needed
YOUR PROFILE
- No previous laboratory experience is required
- Great fit for applicants with previous experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, food industry, food service, retail, or other fast paced environments
Associates degree or equivalent work experience and 1+ year relevant work; or, Bachelor’s degree required. The incumbent must have a basic knowledge of microbiology to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results. A basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to accurately enter testing data and results. A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working environment. Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure analysis is completed within specified time.
Notes:
Shift: 10/11am - 7:30/8pm Must be available to work overtime
VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at hr@viva-it.com for any complaints, comments and suggestions.
Contact Details :
Account co-ordinator: Sridharan Marimuthu, Phone No: (847)-786-5497, Email: staffing10@viva-it.com
VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
staffing10@viva-it.com | http://www.viva-it.com
Mandatory skills:
LIMS, MS Office
microbiology, laboratory safety
manufacturing, production, warehouse, food industry, food service, retail
Laboratory Information Management System, LIMS, laboratory management
analysis process, pathogen testing, food poisoning, pH, analysis tests
sample solution, analysis materials, testing data
worksheet, Sterilize materials, continuous improvement process
Description:
We are looking for a Temporary Micro Technician
Your mission will be to:
Read plates and tubes, as required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample
Record findings on worksheet for verification
Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked
Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed
Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process
Prepare sample for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending
Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature
Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required
Sterilize materials needed for analysis. Autoclave plates before discarding
Perform food poisoning, pH and other analysis tests on sample when requested by the client
Ensure that media and materials are prepared for the next testing sequence
Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities
Set up equipment and materials needed for analysis
Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process
Perform necessary housekeeping duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and sanitized
Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required
Adhere to all safety policies
Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the management system
Perform other related tasks as needed
YOUR PROFILE
- No previous laboratory experience is required
- Great fit for applicants with previous experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, food industry, food service, retail, or other fast paced environments
Associates degree or equivalent work experience and 1+ year relevant work; or, Bachelor’s degree required. The incumbent must have a basic knowledge of microbiology to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results. A basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to accurately enter testing data and results. A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working environment. Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure analysis is completed within specified time.
Notes:
Shift: 10/11am - 7:30/8pm Must be available to work overtime
VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at hr@viva-it.com for any complaints, comments and suggestions.
Contact Details :
Account co-ordinator: Sridharan Marimuthu, Phone No: (847)-786-5497, Email: staffing10@viva-it.com
VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
staffing10@viva-it.com | http://www.viva-it.com
Salary
17 - 19 /hour
