Night Shift Lab Technician: Microbiology Analysis

Red Star Yeast Company LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare from Day One

401k with 4% match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Red Star Yeast Company LLC is seeking a Lab Technician to conduct chemical and microbiological analyses of raw materials and yeast, both in-process and finished products. The role reports to the Laboratory Supervisor and interfaces with production staff. Shift is Thursday to Sunday, 9 p.m.

to 7 a.m., with comprehensive safety protocols in place. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in a related field, with chemistry or microbiology lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree or 2 years chemistry related lab experience preferred.
• Chemistry and/or Microbiology lab experience through training or work.
• Some computer knowledge, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates safety-first culture and follows safety protocols.
• Conducts microbiological analysis of samples and prepares pure culture yeast for fermentations.
• Performs tests: nitrogen, phosphorus, pH, color, sugar, and other metrics; records results.
• Analyzes chemical and physical properties of raw materials and yeast (in-process and finished).
• Tests yeast activity using Risograph.
• Follows procedures to test doughs with different yeast lots/types.
• Maintains lab equipment and workspace; calibrates equipment and logs maintenance.
• Handles lab supplies and prepares chemical solutions; stocks processing areas.
• Performs tests consistently and accurately; adheres to standard procedures.
• Completes routine proficiency tests bi-annually; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety minded

Detail oriented

Organized

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field

Bachelor's degree or 2 years chemistry lab experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Red Star Yeast Company LLC is seeking a Lab Technician to conduct chemical and microbiological analyses of raw materials and yeast, both in-process and finished products. The role reports to the Laboratory Supervisor and interfaces with production staff. Shift is Thursday to Sunday, 9 p.m.

to 7 a.m., with comprehensive safety protocols in place. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in a related field, with chemistry or microbiology lab experience preferred.