Microbiology Technician

Food Safety Net Services; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Microbiology Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in the laboratory. You will apply approved techniques while maintaining laboratory conditions and monitoring quality control. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to vital food safety processes in a supportive environment that values teamwork and personal growth. If you are passionate about science and quality, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Employer-paid disability insurance

Group medical coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Dental coverage

Paid holidays and time off

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• Knowledge of food testing laboratory practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for microbiological testing of food products.
• Maintain laboratory conditions and perform quality control checks.
• Follow safety processes and complete required training.

Skills

Microbiological techniques

Aseptic techniques

Laboratory practices

Quality control monitoring

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree in Life Science

Job description

Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can trust—on time, every time—so the world can rely on what it consumes. As a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. We offer analytical testing and regulatory guidance services across industries such as food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and hemp.

We are dedicated to strengthening our culture by embodying our core values: Start with the Customer, Drive to Deliver, Commit to Safety and Quality, and Believe in the Team—including believing in you.

Job Title: Microbiology Technician

Job Summary: Prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples. Apply approved microbiological techniques and methodologies used in analytical testing.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries.
2. Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload.
3. Maintain media and reagents for microbiological testing.
4. Inventory and report supplies needed for testing.
5. Perform routine preventive maintenance and sanitation.
6. Monitor quality control, including incubator temperatures and media controls.
7. Follow processes and procedures in accordance with policies and customer requirements.
8. Maintain laboratory conditions, including equipment, supplies, and records.
9. Perform activities safely, neatly, and efficiently.
10. Share information openly and timely.
11. Assist in managing priorities to achieve team goals.
12. Ensure safety for oneself and others.
13. Complete required training.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or GED.
2. Associate degree in Life Science or two years of laboratory experience preferred.
3. Knowledge of food testing laboratory practices.
4. Ability to travel is preferred.
5. Equivalent education and experience accepted.

Physical Demands:

1. Dexterity for handling equipment and communication devices.
2. Potential exposure to odors, chemicals, and pathogens.
3. Variable noise and temperature conditions.
4. Team-oriented tasks in a fast-paced environment.
5. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
6. Color vision and depth perception.

Benefits:

• Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Group medical coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Dental coverage.
• Paid holidays and time off.

Certified Group values diversity and is committed to Equal Opportunity employment. We seek qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.