Microbiology Technician: Precise Lab Analyst

Merieux NutriSciences; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 25,485 - 28,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES in Visalia, CA is seeking a Microbiology Technician. This full-time role covers sample preparation, plate handling, and LIMS documentation to support accurate microbial testing.

The position offers full training with 4-year science degree preferred, 5-day work weeks, and overtime. Compensation ranges align with local lab technician rates, with benefits including health coverage and PTO.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma and 1+ year relevant work.
• Basic science knowledge to perform testing procedures.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending.
• Write identification onto plates to track client/sample numbers.
• Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to procedure.
• Pour agar into plates or tubes to begin growth.
• Incubate plates at specified times/temperatures.
• Prepare media and broth for pathogen testing as required.
• Maintain knowledge of LIMS for job responsibilities.
• Set up equipment and materials for analysis.
• Read plates and tubes to determine organism counts.
• Support quality and continuous improvement processes.
• Keep work areas clean and sanitized and perform housekeeping.
• Participate in cleaning schedule and retain samples as required.
• Adhere to safety policies.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining the management system.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Basic computer skills

Planning skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Autoclave

Job description

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES in Visalia, CA is seeking a Microbiology Technician. This full-time role covers sample preparation, plate handling, and LIMS documentation to support accurate microbial testing.

The position offers full training with 4-year science degree preferred, 5-day work weeks, and overtime. Compensation ranges align with local lab technician rates, with benefits including health coverage and PTO.