Media Prep & Sterilization Tech

Certified-Group; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Certified Group in Melville, NY is seeking a Lab Assistant in the Media Department to prepare, sterilize, and organize media and reagents essential for analytical and microbiological testing of food products and environmental samples.

You will ensure accurate, sterile materials for testing operations while upholding laboratory safety, quality standards, and ISO 17025 guidelines; duties include autoclave operation, media preparation, and inventory management, with a focus on accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with aseptic sampling techniques.
• Experience operating autoclaves and sterile dispensing equipment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of lab practices and procedures.
• 1+ year in a commercial food-testing lab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain media and chemical solutions.
• Safely operate an autoclave to sterilize media, reagents, and supplies.
• Label, handle, store, and dispose of media and solutions per safety guidelines.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of prepared media and supplies.
• Collaborate with other departments to prepare required media timely.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper operation of lab equipment and areas.
• Follow FSNS procedures, customer requirements, and media ops manual.
• Record and maintain quality records and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Autoclaves

LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)

Job description

Certified Group in Melville, NY is seeking a Lab Assistant in the Media Department to prepare, sterilize, and organize media and reagents essential for analytical and microbiological testing of food products and environmental samples.

You will ensure accurate, sterile materials for testing operations while upholding laboratory safety, quality standards, and ISO 17025 guidelines; duties include autoclave operation, media preparation, and inventory management, with a focus on accuracy and teamwork.