Laboratory Technician

IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

IEH Laboratories, a Leader in Food Safety, seeks a Laboratory Technician for its Lakeland, FL facility. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree preferred, and involves media preparation, sample handling, data entry, and basic testing under supervision.

The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 4:00pm–12:00am, with standard benefits after a brief waiting period. Applicants should have strong communication skills and aseptic technique.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Biology or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications.
• Ability to learn new software and lab equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory.
• Able to regularly lift 30lbs above waist level.

Responsibilities

• Media/sample preparation and log-in.
• Sample sorting and data entry into the system.
• Performing specific sample testing steps under supervision.
• Transcribing results and maintaining logs.
• Inventory control, washing glassware, and general lab cleaning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Computer applications

Learn new software

Communication skills

Aseptic technique

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Biology or related field

Job description

IEH Laboratories, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for a Laboratory Technician position at its facility in Lakeland, FL.

Ideal candidates should possess the following:

• A high school diploma or GED (required); an associate degree in Biology or related field (preferred)
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications
• Ability to learn new software and various lab equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory
• Able to regularly lift 30lbs above waist level

Laboratory Technician duties include:

media/sample preparation, sample sorting and log-in, performing specific sample testing steps (under supervision), transcribing results, data entry, inventory control, washing glassware, general laboratory cleaning, and other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time position and is eligible for standard benefits after a brief waiting period. The schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, from 4:00pm to 12:00am.

Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate-to-severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.

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