Microbiology Technician -- KUMDC5369514
11 hours ago
Valhalla
Hello job seeker, This is Sourabh from Compunnel Staffing Inc. We proudly boast over three decades of experience collaborating with leading global enterprises to meet their needs for flexible workforce solutions and on-demand talent. We are a worldwide organization offering strategic workforce management, IT consulting, and on-demand talent services. Our specialization lies in serving various sectors including Financial Services, Healthcare, IT, Life Sciences, Aerospace & Defense, Energy, Retail, Telecom, Manufacturing, and Engineering. We are hiring for an R&D Microbiology Lab Technician to join our team. Please go through the job description below and let me know if you'd like to apply for this position. In case if you are not looking, please share this job with anyone you might know who is available for a new job. Job Title: R&D Microbiology Lab Technician Location: 100 E Stevens Ave, Valhalla, NY 10595 Duration: 06+ months contract (can be extended) Shift: Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM Description: • The R&D Microbiology Lab Technician supports daily testing and lab operations for the Microbiology team., • This role performs routine microbiological tests on beverages and ingredients, prepares basic lab materials, follows Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and helps run small studies under the direction of the Microbiology team., • Accurate sample handling, testing, documentation, and communication are essential. Key Responsibilities: • Sample handling & testing: Receive, log, label, and process R&D and pilot-plant samples; execute routine tests (e.g., APC, coliforms, yeast & mold), swabs/rinse waters, per defined Valhalla methods and micro sampling plans; document results with precision., • Culture collection: Maintain and update the laboratory culture collection per department practices., • Media & reagent preparation: Prepare high-quality culture media, buffers, and reagents; perform sterility checks; maintain lot and expiration records., • Result reporting: Record, verify, and route test outcomes; notify stakeholders of releases or out-of-spec findings in line with Valhalla release procedures., • Quality system & GLP: Follow SOPs, data integrity and traceability practices; support QC programs and proficiency activities; uphold safety and GLP standards., • Digital/lab systems: Use SharePoint/DM templates and LIMS/recording tools for sample tracking and data entry (as applicable to Valhalla). Minimum Qualifications: • Education: B.S. in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or related discipline with microbiology coursework/labs., • Experience: 1+ years hands-on experience in a microbiology lab (or equivalent academic, internship or co-op experience)., • Soft skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to follow written procedures, teamwork, communication, and time management., • Tools & Equipment: autoclave (bench/stand-alone), incubators (walk-in/benchtop), membrane filtration units, biosafety cabinet/laminar flow hood, refrigerators/freezers, water baths, colony counters, microscopes, pH meters, balances, UV lamp; plus standard PPE and lab supplies per SOPs., • Adhere to site EHS policies, micro lab safety manuals, and GLP standards; complete required safety modules and maintain LQS logs (temperature recording, cleaning schedules)., • Follow R&D micro release requirements and documentation practices when products are intended for consumption by non-R&D person.