Laboratory Technician – Rotational Shift (Salinas, CA)

IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

15 days paid time off per year

3 days paid bereavement leave

6 paid holidays per year

Job summary

A leading food safety laboratory in Salinas, CA is seeking a Laboratory Technician responsible for media/sample preparation and performing specific testing steps under supervision. Ideal candidates must have at least a high school diploma or GED, be proficient in data entry, and possess strong communication skills. This full-time role offers $19.00 per hour and various benefits, operating on rotational shifts including nights and weekends. Candidates with moderate-to-severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications is a must.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Media/sample preparation and sample sorting.
• Perform specific sample testing steps under supervision.
• Transcribing results and data entry.

Skills

Proficiency with data entry and computer applications

Ability to learn new software and various lab equipment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Able to regularly lift 30lbs above waist level

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 at its facilities in Salinas, CA.

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.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 hourly (plus $2 night shift differential). This is a full-time position eligible for the following benefits after a brief waiting period: medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability insurance, 401(k), health and dependent care FSA plans, employee assistance program, 15 days of paid time off per year for sick leave and/or vacation, 3 days paid bereavement leave, and 6 paid holidays per year.

This position operates on rotational shifts: Morning (7:30am-4pm), Evening (3:30pm-12am) or Night (11:30pm-8am). The laboratory operates weekends, so candidates must be willing to work nights and weekends.

The laboratory operates 24/7, so candidates must be willing to work nights, weekends, and potential holidays.

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

To apply for this position please access the company’s job posting at:
https://portal.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#69a61c0fd7757d625c1603d4

After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single PDF.

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