Microbiology Analyst — Food Safety & Lab Quality

Mars Incorporated; Thompson's Station (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Incorporated in Thompson's Station, TN, is seeking a Microbiology Analyst to perform microbiological assays in the Regional Analytical Laboratory, handling raw materials, environmental samples, and finished products. The role focuses on accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to lab safety and quality programs, with Tuesday-Saturday shifts 8:30AM-5PM.

You will support product development, stability, quality, and cross-functional programs, maintain LIMS documentation, and ensure records align

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related science.
• 2+ years' experience with PCR and microbiological analyses in food or related industries.
• Familiarity with FDA BAM testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop programs supporting product development, stability, safety, and quality.
• Maintain documentation of microbiological results and testing traceability in LIMS.
• Ensure records comply with Regional Lab Quality Management System.
• Master key scientific principles of microbiological assays.
• Collaborate with team and communicate openly while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

PCR experience

Analytical skills

Teamwork / communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related science

Tools

MS Excel

LIMS

ELN

Job description

Mars Incorporated in Thompson's Station, TN, is seeking a Microbiology Analyst to perform microbiological assays in the Regional Analytical Laboratory, handling raw materials, environmental samples, and finished products. The role focuses on accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to lab safety and quality programs, with Tuesday-Saturday shifts 8:30AM-5PM.

You will support product development, stability, quality, and cross-functional programs, maintain LIMS documentation, and ensure records align