Assistant Laboratory Technician

Food Microbiological Laboratories, Inc.; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Food Microbiological Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Laboratory Technician for a part-time evening shift in Cypress, CA. The role involves hands-on sample preparation, weighing, homogenizing, and diluting samples for analysis, with emphasis on accuracy and lab safety.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean workspace, operating basic lab equipment safely, and thorough documentation. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and reliable transportation are required; flexible evenings and

Qualifications

• Reliable with excellent attendance
• Previous commercial laboratory or food service prep experience is preferred but not required
• Completed courses in microbiology, biological science, food science, or chemistry and/or Food Handler Certification is preferred but not required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• Clean background check—no criminal convictions
• Reliable transportation
• Must be willing to work hard and get the job done
• Must pay attention to detail and take pride in work completed

Responsibilities

• Preparation of samples for analysis by weighing, homogenizing, and diluting as required
• Perform basic housekeeping functions and maintain a clean, organized and sanitary laboratory workspace
• Operate basic laboratory equipment safely and effectively
• Document work accurately and notify supervisors of any sample issues, equipment concerns, or inventory shortages

Job description

Work up to 4 evenings per week, part-time (24-32 hours per week), as an Assistant Laboratory Technician for a food testing laboratory in Cypress, CA. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, follows procedures carefully and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality results. This role is critical in supporting the lab’s commitment to food safety and quality.

Responsibilities include preparation of samples for analysis by weighing, homogenizing, and diluting as required. Perform basic housekeeping functions and maintain a clean, organized and sanitary laboratory workspace. Operate basic laboratory equipment safely and effectively. Document work accurately and notify supervisors of any sample issues, equipment concerns, or inventory shortages.

Requirements:

• Reliable with excellent attendance
• Previous commercial laboratory or food service prep experience is preferred but not required
• Completed courses in microbiology, biological science, food science, or chemistry and/or Food Handler Certification is preferred but not required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• Clean background check—no criminal convictions
• Reliable transportation
• Must be willing to work hard and get the job done
• Must pay attention to detail and take pride in work completed

Shift hours:

7 P.M. to 1:30 A.M. Weekdays and 1 P.M to 9:30 P. M. Weekends.