Laboratory Technician, Biosciences

The Mosaic Company; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401k match

Sick leave

Vacation time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paternity/maternity leave

HSA option

Job summary

The Mosaic Company in Plant City, FL is seeking a reliable Laboratory Technician to support QA/QC tests and manufacturing. You will assist with sample processing, media prep, data entry and log keeping while collaborating with the Quality Control team to improve crop production and plant health.

This onsite role follows a Monday–Friday schedule with occasional overtime, and requires maintaining records, lab safety, and orderly preparation of materials to ensure accurate results.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with lab experience or a BA/BS in biology/microbiology preferred.
• Ability to perform established protocols independently using good lab practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Maintain lab safety and accurate data entry.

Responsibilities

• Process samples from production of microbial inoculants to determine viability and shelf life.
• Conduct testing of raw materials.
• Media preparation.
• Use of lab equipment (scales, autoclaves).
• Perform pipetting and serial dilutions.
• Help facilitate a clean lab environment, including preparation, cleaning, sanitizing, and sterilizing glassware.
• General organization, stocking supplies and preparation of common laboratory stocks.
• Maintain laboratory records, chemical inventory and prepare raw data for submission to supervisor.
• Other duties/projects as assigned.

Skills

Lab experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

BA/BS in biology or microbiology

Tools

MS Office 365

MS Databases

Job description

The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world’s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash—two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. Our Headquarters is in Lithia, Florida with operations throughout North America (U.S./Canada) and South America. At Mosaic We Help the World Grow the Food it Needs.

Laboratory Technician, Biosciences

This position is for a reliable and self-motivated Laboratory Technician to perform QA/QC tests and to support the manufacturing operation. This position represents an opportunity to become a part of a talented group dedicated to improving crop production and plant health by using microbial inoculants. The individual’s primary responsibilities will be to assist the lab with sample processing, media preparation, quality control (QC) checks, data entry and log/record keeping. As part of the laboratory team, the selected candidate will report to the Quality Control Manager and will collaborate with operations.

Where you will work:

Onsite at our Plant City location (111 East Tever Street, Plant City, FL 33563)

Schedule:

Work hours are generally M-F 8am-5pm (occasional overtime as needed).

What you’ll do:

• Process samples from production of microbial inoculants determining viability and shelf life.
• Conduct testing of raw materials.
• Media preparation.
• Use of lab equipment (e.g. scales, autoclaves).
• Perform pipetting and serial dilutions.
• Help facilitate a clean lab environment, including preparation, cleaning, sanitizing, and sterilizing glassware.
• General organization, stocking supplies and preparation of common laboratory stocks.
• Maintain laboratory records, chemical inventory and prepare raw data for submission to supervisor.
• Other duties/projects as assigned.

What you’ll need for this role:

• High school diploma/GED with previous laboratory experience in bacterial culture, cell-based assay techniques, qPCR; or a BA/BS degree (preferred in biology, microbiology, or related areas).
• Ability to perform established protocols independently using good laboratory practices and to review data for accuracy and completeness.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
• General lab safety.
• Knowledge of office functions and processes, including MS Office 365, MS Databases, and spreadsheets.
• Maintain laboratory notebook and prepare raw data for submission to supervisor.
• Ability to effectively communicate and perform multiple tasks simultaneously, well organized, analytical, and flexible to adjust to priorities.
• Team player who builds positive relationships, values diverse perspectives, and demonstrates reliability, flexibility, and accountability in supporting team goals.

What's in it for you:

• A competitive base salary + bonus incentives
• 11 paid holidays each year
• A generous 401k with a company match and annual company contributions
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation time
• A robust benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, life & disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Paternity/Maternity Leave
• Optional HSA plan with company match