Microbiologist

Under the guidance of the Quality Assurance Supervisor this person will assist in all micro and analytical tests assigned

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Conduct general food micro testing including generic pathogenic micro under

guidance of the Quality Assurance Supervisor or as outlined in the protocol testing performed on a timely basis

Obtain samples from production and process sample preps for micro testing,

including media prep as directed or outlined in the protocol.

Testing performed on a timely basis

Count and record micro plate counts.

Product line checks completed timely

Conduct a specific micro testing under guidance of the microbiologist

Micro testing completed timely and reports completed

Purchase lab supplies and maintain the inventory

Assist in processing of samples from receipt through testing, including all

associated documentation and recordkeeping including data entry in

internal electronic system, helping to ensure that all steps are completed in a

thorough and timely manner as outlined in protocol and to communicate promptly to

the Quality Assurance Supervisor or designated when tasks are complete,

problems arise and|or something is or seems out of compliance.

Perform task in a timely manner

Assist in maintaining thorough, complete and timely documentation and

recordkeeping as outlined in established SOPs and|or directed by the Quality

Assurance Supervisor or designates regarding any micro task | experiment that

is routinely performed and thus does have complete timely and accurately

established documentation procedures.

Occasionally assist with preliminary data analysis as needed under the guidance ofthe Quality Assurance Supervisor.

Complete timely and accurately.

Assist as needed under the guidance of the Quality Assurance Supervisor or

designate various microbiology tasks, including but not limited to sample

preparation and handling, dilutions, medi

prep, swab test etc.

Complete timely and accurately.

Assist with non-routine physical chemical analysis tasks, experiments, and product

development related support as needed.

Trend Analysis completed

Communicate testing result with quality department and|or other department as directed by

Quality Assurance Supervisor.

Adhere to and models good manufacturing practices (GMP) and good laboratory practices

(GLP) at all times.

Maintain clean and organized work space, micro lab and practices “clean as you go”

standard at all times.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

1 -2 years micro test or food analysis lab experiences and basic knowledge of microbiology

Prior QA|QC experience in food manufacturing is a plus

Proficient in MS office: Excel, Word & PowerPoint

Must be capable of demonstrating physical demands typical of food laboratory and

microbiology lab

Good listening skills and organization skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to handle multiple projects and able to meet deadlines

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed with reasonable

notice.

Must be comfortable and able to work with all kind of ingredients, spices, food components

including meat, nuts, dairy, eggs & etc.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

B.S. degree in food, chemistry, microbiology, biology or related is required

Please send resumes to Monique at mgerson@thestaffinggroup.net or call Monique at (978) 914-1790.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Microbiology: 1 year (Required)
• QA/QC in food manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microtest or food analysys: 1 year (Preferred)
• Food or Microbiology Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)
• GMP and GLP: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Ayer, MA 01432 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ayer, MA 01432: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26