Lab Technician - Microbiology

Job Description

As a Lab Technician, you will play a crucial role in performing in-process, finished, and stability testing of products, while inspecting and testing incoming raw materials. You will communicate effectively with the Production team regarding batch making and required adjustments. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and maintaining the inventory of laboratory supplies, making calculations, analyzing data, and preparing summarized results. Additionally, you will assist in product development activities, method development, and validation, maintain laboratory equipment, and ensure general cleanliness. You will also support Quality Assurance in document control activities, issuance of batch production sheets, and inspection of production areas.

Responsibilities

Job duties include, but not limited to:

• Preparing microbiological media and pouring plates.
• Sample plating and incubation under aerobic and anaerobic conditions.
• Perform the sample analysis following company SOPs.
• General laboratory skills including ability to accurately use a balance, pH meter, autoclave etc.; and knowledge of typical laboratory procedures
• Calibrations of the laboratory equipment and maintenance of the equipment.
• Other duties as required.

Required Skills/Experience:

Education:

• Bachelors degree ( biochemistry, biology, analytical chemistry, molecular biology, biology, chemistry, food science or related fields)

Experience:

Aseptic Microbiological techniques.

Experience in fermentation products is a plus.

Skills:

Excellent computer skills including, but not limited to Microsoft Office

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with both internal and external groups.

Strong trouble shooting skills.

The pay range for this position is $42500.00 - $42500.00/yr.

Great company to get your foot in the door at

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO 64108.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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