Microbiology Technician I - Colors

Sensient Technologies Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay and benefits from day 1

Safe work environment with experienced

Onboarding and training

Job summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation is seeking a Microbiology Technician I to support our product safety program and drive continuous improvement on KPI targets. The role operates on a 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM shift, Sunday through Thursday, within a fast-paced lab environment focused on food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products.

You will prepare media, perform environmental monitoring, oversee inventory, and collaborate with Production, Quality, and R&D to troubleshoot and optimize processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biological Science, Chemistry, Food Science, or related field.
• New graduate to 2 years of microbiology lab experience preferred.
• Familiarity with aseptic techniques, microbiological testing methods, and lab best practices.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and basic statistical tools such as Pareto Analysis and Control Charts.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct microbiology testing for food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products following established methods and protocols.
• Prepare microbiological media, maintain laboratory inventory, and perform environmental monitoring (air, surface, water).
• Conduct microbiological inspections, analyze data, and support MSA and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with Production, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Quality, and R&D to troubleshoot issues and improve processes.
• Follow SOPs, scientific methods, and lab safety practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Come join the skilled team at Sensient Technologies. We are collaborative and hard working. We solve tough problems, and we will be better with you.

We are looking for a Microbiology Technician I (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Sunday – Thursday) to join our team and play an essential role in supporting our product safety program while executing continuous improvement initiatives to achieve Plant Level KPIs in a team-centric environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct microbiology testing for food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products following established methods and protocols while meeting turnaround times to ensure product safety and quality.
• Prepare microbiological media, maintain laboratory inventory, and perform environmental monitoring, including air, surface, and water sampling.
• Conduct microbiological inspections, analyze routine test data, and support Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) and other quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Production, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Quality, and R&D, to troubleshoot issues and improve processes.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), scientific methods, and laboratory best practices while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biological Science, Chemistry, Food Science, or a related technical field.
• New graduate to 2 years of microbiology laboratory experience preferred.
• Familiarity with aseptic techniques, microbiological testing methods, and laboratory best practices.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and basic statistical tools such as Pareto Analysis and Control Charts.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and Microsoft Office skills.

What You’ll Get:

• Excellent pay and benefits from day one.
• A safe work environment with support from an experienced management team.
• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training to support your professional development.
• Company-provided uniforms and safety equipment, including hairnets, beard covers, dust masks, lifting belts, and respirators as required.

About Sensient:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company’s customers include major international manufacturers representing many of the world’s best-known brands.

About Sensient Colors:

Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company’s high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, as well as colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners, and paper products.

SQF Responsibility:

Ensure the highest level of commitment to Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards to provide assurance that all products are produced, prepared, and handled according to the highest possible food safety and quality standards.

SPONSORSHIP:

Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

RELOCATION:

We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at the Duluth, GA location and must reside in the area or be willing to commute.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.