Microbiology Technician: Training Provided, Growth & Benefits

Mérieux NutriSciences - North America; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

PTO

401(k) plan

Job summary

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES in Visalia, CA, is seeking a Microbiology Technician to support sample preparation, analysis and documentation in a controlled lab environment. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to procedures.

The incumbent will perform plate readings, record results, and operate standard lab equipment. Training is provided, with a regular 5‑day week, daytime hours, and overtime opportunities in a fast-growing health-focused company.

Qualifications

• 4 year science degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge of lab safety procedures and policies is necessary.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers to enter testing data and results.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for processing and maintain documentation of process to facilitate analysis.
• Read plates and tubes to determine organism counts.
• Record findings on worksheets for verification and traceability.
• Pipette samples into tubes or plates according to the analysis process.
• Perform food poisoning, pH and other analyses as required.
• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform housekeeping to keep work areas clean and sanitized.

Skills

Analytical skills

Laboratory safety procedures

Basic computer knowledge

Physical dexterity

Education

Bachelors in science

Tools

LIMS proficiency

Autoclave handling

Job description

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES in Visalia, CA, is seeking a Microbiology Technician to support sample preparation, analysis and documentation in a controlled lab environment. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to procedures.

The incumbent will perform plate readings, record results, and operate standard lab equipment. Training is provided, with a regular 5‑day week, daytime hours, and overtime opportunities in a fast-growing health-focused company.