Food Microbiology Technician: Lab Prep & QC

Certified Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Certified Group is seeking a Microbiology Technician in Calgary, Canada to prepare samples for microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental surfaces. You will apply approved techniques and maintain reagents, while supporting quality control and daily lab operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree in Life Science or two years of lab experience preferred. Travel is optional.

Qualifications

• Aseptic techniques knowledge and application.
• Broad lab knowledge across microbiology concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Equivalent education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for microbiological testing of food products and environments.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload.
• Maintain media and reagents for routine testing.
• Inventory and report supplies needed for testing requirements.
• Perform quality control monitoring and record results.
• Maintain laboratory conditions, equipment, and quality assurance programs.
• Ensure safety and proper training completion.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Laboratory knowledge

Record keeping

Education

Associate degree in Life Science or 2 years lab experience

Job description

Certified Group is seeking a Microbiology Technician in Calgary, Canada to prepare samples for microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental surfaces. You will apply approved techniques and maintain reagents, while supporting quality control and daily lab operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree in Life Science or two years of lab experience preferred. Travel is optional.