Laboratory Technician-Lab

Quality Assurance & Food Safety Broadway, Virginia


Description

Position at Pilgrim's

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under general supervision performs a variety of routine laboratory operations in a microbiology laboratory. Duties usually consist of setting samples for microbial testing; making dilutions of food and environmental samples, setting samples for pathogens testing.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
  • Performs laboratory work according to prescribed standards.
 
  • Determines microbial loads in food and environmental samples.
 
 
  • Sets up, and operates laboratory equipment and instruments.
 
  • Analyzes samples. Performs laboratory tests according to prescribed standards
 
  • Tests samples to verify conformity to specifications. Records test results.
 
  • Cleans laboratory equipment.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

EDUCATION: Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).

EXPERIENCE: Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of DIRECTLY RELATED experience.
 
 
EOE/VET/Disabled 
 
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Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received