Food Safety Lab Technician – Microbiology & Testing

Certified Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Certified Group is seeking a Lab Technician to join our growing team. Prepare samples for microbiological testing of food products and environments, applying approved techniques and maintaining lab quality.

The role requires attention to aseptic methods, accurate record-keeping, and teamwork. Schedule Tue-Sat 8am-5pm; we provide equal opportunity employment and training opportunities within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Associate degree in Life Science or two years of laboratory experience, preferred.
• Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory.
• Ability to travel is preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload.
• Maintain media and reagents for daily microbiological testing.
• Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements.
• Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning and sanitizing.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Aseptic techniques

Quality control

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Life Science

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Incubator

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Certified Group is seeking a Lab Technician to join our growing team. Prepare samples for microbiological testing of food products and environments, applying approved techniques and maintaining lab quality.

The role requires attention to aseptic methods, accurate record-keeping, and teamwork. Schedule Tue-Sat 8am-5pm; we provide equal opportunity employment and training opportunities within a supportive environment.