About this opportunity
SGS lists this Microbiologist opportunity in carson, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Microbiologist
This job operates in a lab environment with equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, plate readers, various commercial protein and DNA based technologies for food pathogen detection (VIDAS, BAX, GDS, GeneUp, BioRAd), spectrophotometer, VITEK Microbial Identification System, basic wet chemistry equipment for analysis of moisture, protein, fat, ash, salt.
Handles samples and performs analyses according to Operating Procedures and test methodology
Maintains and verifies equipment
Reports deficiencies or malfunction to the supervisor
Maintains records of all quality activities as documented in Operating Procedures and test methods
Identifies and records nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field or commercial laboratory experience - Required
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
Language Skills: English
Mathematical Skills: Basic level of knowledge
Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Basic level
ADDITIONAL KSAS
Proficient Computer Skills
Computer Skills: Basic use of Microsoft Office 365 Suite required, experience with LIMS system
EQUIPMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.
Regularly operates laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, plate readers, various commercial protein and DNA based technologies for food pathogen detection (VIDAS, BAX, GDS, GeneUp, BioRAd), spectrophotometer, VITEK Microbial Identification System.
Location: Carson, CA
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is $21/hour. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.
Our Benefits
Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
Happiness: Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Worksite address
carson, CA, 90749, US
Who can apply
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