Microbiology Lab Technician at Grower Direct Nut Company, Inc. – Hughson, California

Job Title: Micro Lab Technician

Shift: Floating, 1st/2nd, 5:00am-1:30pm, 1:30pm - 10:00pm, Schedule may vary depending on company needs

Payrate: $20.00 - $22.00 DOE

The Microbiology Lab Technician will be responsible for general laboratory testing at Grower Direct Nut Facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Testing product samples

• Preparation of test samples

• Testing of chemical and sensory parameters

• Environmental monitoring program

• Trending of results

• Water and air testing

• Follow Good Laboratory practices to maintain a clean, sterile work environment

• Performing all microbiological, chemical and physical tests as required on products

• Recording results accurately and timely

• Notifying supervisor or manager when results are not within specification, or abnormal

• Environmental monitoring program swabbing

• Follow procedures according to BRC/ISO/AOAC Programs and requirements.

• Obtain passing scores on AOAC Proficiency testing programs

• Follows and ensures adherence to established Grower Direct Nut Co., local, state, and federal regulations and requirements as well as food safety, sanitation, food production and nutritional guidelines

• Established and ensures adherence to procedures and standards, which agree with these regulations, requirements and guidelines

1. Ability to work as part of a team

2. Ability to perform complex math functions

3. Experience in a food processing plant in a QA Role

4. Working knowledge of GMPs, Food Safety and HACCP Systems

5. Must be Skilled at Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Email Programs

6. Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed

7. Positive attitude, high energy, flexibility, and personal initiative

8. Read, write and general comprehension of English

9. Accurately complete documents and paperwork that is related to the job

10. Punctual and good attendance is necessary

11. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

12. Must be able to work under the guidelines of lab safety and GLP (Good Lab Practices)

13. Microbiology experience or college equivalent coursework preferred