Lab Analyst
Core
Perform analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmentals using approved techniques.
Role type
Lab Analyst (Food Safety)
Builds
Test results for food, beverage, and supplement industries
Domain
Food safety and analytical chemistry
Required skills
aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment operation, GLP/OSHA/FDA/BAM/APHA/ISO/USP methods knowledge, microbiological techniques, preventive maintenance, inventory management, quality control monitoring
Preferred skills
reading scientific journals, attending professional workshops, knowledge of food industry trends
Technologies
automated lab equipment, incubators, media controls
Responsibilities
Perform and read test results and notify management of deviations; Prepare and analyze samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries; Apply aseptic/microbiological techniques in daily workload; Report inventory and expendable supplies/materials needed; Provide routine preventive maintenance by cleaning, sanitizing, and equipment quality control; Assist in quality duties by taking incubator temperatures and running media controls; Maintain technical competence by reading scientific journals and attending workshops; Perform activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner; Manage priorities and schedule to achieve individual and team goals; Ensure safety of oneself and others.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC