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Microbiology Technician

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Actalent

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Omaha

AI generated summary

  • You must prepare samples, apply aseptic techniques, maintain media, conduct quality control, follow procedures, ensure safety, keep accurate records, and assist with priorities and schedules.
  • You will prepare samples, apply aseptic techniques, maintain media, manage inventory, conduct quality control, ensure lab safety, and complete training while adhering to protocols and assisting the team.

Requirements

  • Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemical analyses.
  • Apply aseptic techniques in daily tasks.
  • Maintain media and reagents needed for microbiological testing.
  • Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials required for testing.
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance, including cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.
  • Conduct quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
  • Follow assigned processes, procedures, or techniques in line with policies/procedures and customer requirements.
  • Maintain laboratory conditions, including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures.
  • Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner.
  • Share information openly and in a timely manner.
  • Assist in managing priorities and schedules to achieve individual and team goals.
  • Ensure personal and others’ safety within the work area.
  • Complete required training.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemical analyses.
  • Apply aseptic techniques in daily tasks.
  • Maintain media and reagents needed for microbiological testing.
  • Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials required for testing.
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance, including cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.
  • Conduct quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.
  • Follow assigned processes, procedures, or techniques in line with policies/procedures and customer requirements.
  • Maintain laboratory conditions, including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures.
  • Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner.
  • Share information openly and in a timely manner.
  • Assist in managing priorities and schedules to achieve individual and team goals.
  • Ensure personal and others’ safety within the work area.
  • Complete required training.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

This position is fully on-site in Omaha, Nebraska, so remote work is not supported.

What are the work hours for this position?

The work hours vary; shifts can be Tuesday-Saturday from 9pm - 5:30am or Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10am - 9pm.

What kind of samples will I be testing as a Microbiology Technician?

You will be testing beef and poultry samples from local meat processing plants, as well as swabs taken from production lines.

Is training provided for new employees?

Yes, required training will be provided for all employees.

Are there opportunities for advancement within the company?

Yes, Actalent is committed to growth opportunities for our people, allowing for career advancement.

What safety measures are in place for employees?

Employees are expected to perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner and ensure personal and others’ safety within the work area.

What is the company’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

Actalent values diversity and inclusion, promoting an inclusive environment and hiring diverse talent.

Will I be required to follow specific laboratory procedures?

Yes, you will be required to follow assigned processes, procedures, or techniques in line with policies/procedures and customer requirements.

What type of maintenance will I be responsible for in the lab?

You will perform routine preventive maintenance, which includes cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.

Do you offer any accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application process?

Yes, if you require a reasonable accommodation for the application or interviewing process due to a disability, you can email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for options.

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Actalent

An Engineering and Sciences Services Company | People to Possible

Human Resources
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5001-10,000
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Mission & Purpose

Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent’s global footprint and flexible delivery models ensure access to specialized talent where and when you need it. We promote consultant engagement through professional development and provide experiences to ensure continuous learning. Our people are the difference. Our expertise spans capabilities in engineering including product and manufacturing, systems and software, construction management, environmental, architecture and civil; and power and utilities. We focus on sciences capabilities in laboratory sciences, healthcare, and clinical research. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.