Laborant (m/w/d)
Core
Ensuring microbiological quality from seed culture to release in a 24/7 fermentation production facility for food, feed, and technical applications.
Role type
Biologist Laboratory Technician (Microbiology)
Builds
Fermentation products for food, feed, and technical applications
Domain
Biotechnology / Food & Feed Production
Required skills
microbiological analysis, handling seed cultures, sample collection for hygiene monitoring, media preparation, fermentation inoculum production, laboratory equipment maintenance, SOP creation and updating, inventory management
Preferred skills
experience in microbiological analytics, knowledge of certified environments (FSSC 22000, GMP+, HACCP)
Technologies
MS Office
Responsibilities
Perform microbiological and chemico-physical tests independently according to SOPs, document and evaluate measurement and analysis results, collect samples for hygiene monitoring, prepare media and produce inoculum for fermentation including seed maintenance and conservation, inspect, maintain, and document laboratory equipment and facilities, support the operation of complex analysis instruments and the introduction of new testing procedures, create and update SOPs, ensure availability of consumables and media
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC