What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microbiology Lab Technician position at PrimusLabs?
Outstanding Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long Term Disability coverage for full time employees, along with other benefits such as 401K (with employer match), Vacation and Sick Leave
The Company: PrimusLabs, a global leader in food safety for the fresh produce industry is in search of a full time Micro Lab Technician to support our team in Salinas, CA. For nearly 30 years, PrimusLabs has been a trailblazer in all aspects of produce food safety, offering the most extensive range of microbiological and pesticide testing services available to agricultural and other food industries, domestically and abroad. We offer dynamic solutions from laboratory testing, field sampling, and supply chain management throughout the produce world.
About the Position: Immediate full time opening. Training provided. Clean DMV record required (DMV record must be submitted before assignment starts). Must have a flexible schedule, shift needed is Nights, Tuesday – Saturday.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Laboratory skills, aseptic techniques, a plus
- Strong Math skills a plus
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Open Availability; including Nights & Weekends
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
- Ability to multitask
- Excellent work ethic, self-motivated
- Detail oriented/Focused
- Excellent organizational skills
- Quick to learn
- Ability to lift 35 lbs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Use of a scale to weigh the required amount for the analysis
- Accurate detailed data recordings
- Quality Assurance Checks
- Work with various laboratory utensils and glassware
- Clean laboratory area and equipment
- Wash glassware
- Retrieve samples from various locations
- Media Preparation
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Salinas, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: One location
