Microbiology Technician I

Brakebush Brothers, Inc.; Mocksville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Microbiology Technician I to join their team. This role involves performing routine analyses and addressing food microbiology challenges within both lab and production environments. The ideal candidate will be HACCP certified or willing to obtain certification, possess strong organizational skills, and demonstrate effective communication abilities. This position offers a chance to contribute to food safety and quality in a dynamic setting, with opportunities for growth and development within the organization. Join a team committed to excellence and innovation in food safety!

Qualifications

• HACCP certified or willing to complete certification within 1 year.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analyses and microbiology assignments in lab and production.
• Collect samples and identify food safety issues.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Regulatory Compliance Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Title: Microbiology Technician I, 2nd Shift Req ID: 6749

Reports to: Microbiology Supervisor

Classification: Nonexempt

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary: The Microbiology Lab Technician I will perform both routine analysis and a range of food microbiology assignments and responsibilities within the lab and production environments.

Essential Functions:

• Collect product and environmental samples and perform routine analyses while utilizing Good Laboratory Practices (GLP’s) and identifying microbiological food safety issues and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  
• Work with Microbiology Lab Technician II and/or Lab Management on an ongoing basis to help maintain or improve the level of safety within the microbiology lab.

Required Qualifications:

• HACCP certified or be willing to complete HACCP certification within 1 year.
• Complete the lab training checklist in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with Microbiology Technician II and/or Lab Management and prioritize work appropriately.
• Occasional Saturday work may be required and must be flexible in switching days and/or shifts as needed to accommodate testing needs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Regulatory compliance knowledge, including USDA regulations, HACCP, GMP.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in the food industry specifically with breaded chicken products.
• Ability to effectively communicate with and support other departments in a team-oriented environment.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position will report to the Microbiology Lab Supervisor and Microbiology Lab Management.

Work Environment: This job operates in both the laboratory and office environment, with periodic time spent on a refrigerated manufacturing production floor. This position will at times work in areas of high noise and varied temperatures (warm to cold). Slippery floors, moving equipment, and dust may be present. Personal protective equipment will be worn as necessary or required.

Physical Demands: Position will include extensive standing at times, sitting, lifting, wearing factory-required equipment while working in production, walking, visual, responding quickly to sounds, and driving.

Position Type: This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Some Saturday work may be required.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check are required.

Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

Brakebush is committed to adhering to compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.

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