Microbiology Technician - Food Science Center

- 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