Microbiology Lab Technician – Food & Hemp QA

ManpowerGroup; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Microbiology Technician in Madison, WI to support microbiological testing for food, dietary supplements, and hemp/CBD products. You will work in a team, ensuring accurate data entry in LIMS and adherence to aseptic techniques.

The position requires a high school diploma with preferred Associate or Bachelor’s degrees in microbiology, and 0–2 years of lab experience. Compensation includes benefits and a shift schedule on a 4-day week with some training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred for technicians; bachelor’s in microbiology for advanced roles.
• 0-2 years of laboratory experience for entry-level roles; more experience or higher education may be required for senior roles.
• Proficiency with microbiological testing procedures, media preparation, and general laboratory techniques.
• Ability to use LIMS and other relevant laboratory software for data management.
• Strong organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process samples using proper handling procedures and aseptic techniques.
• Conduct routine microbiological analyses, including sample dilutions, enrichments, and plating.
• Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment, media, and microorganisms to ensure compliance with standards like ISO 17025 and FDA GMPs.
• Enter test data accurately into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and maintain detailed records.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment, manage consumables and media inventory, and operate autoclaves.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

LIMS data entry

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree in microbiology

Tools

Autoclaves

Laboratory equipment

Pipettes

Incubators

LIMS software

Job description

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Microbiology Technician in Madison, WI to support microbiological testing for food, dietary supplements, and hemp/CBD products. You will work in a team, ensuring accurate data entry in LIMS and adherence to aseptic techniques.

The position requires a high school diploma with preferred Associate or Bachelor’s degrees in microbiology, and 0–2 years of lab experience. Compensation includes benefits and a shift schedule on a 4-day week with some training.