Microbiologist Technician Job Description The Microbiologist Technician will support a food ingredient production facility specializing in powdered mixes that are primarily incorporated into dairy products, such as chocolate powders, strawberry powders, protein powders, creatine powders, vitamin mixes, and more. The role involves preparing broths, setting samples, running tests, documenting results, and reporting to upper management. Periodic environmental testing will be conducted, and the lab aims to achieve ISO certification to handle all testing in-house. Responsibilities + Prepare broths for various tests including yeast, mold, and salmonella. + Set samples and run them through appropriate readers. + Document results and report findings to upper management. + Conduct periodic environmental testing. + Perform most tests in-house with occasional 3rd party testing. + Work towards achieving ISO certification for the lab. + Handle samples from other locations for ISO regulated tests once certification is achieved. + Conduct food pathogen testing. + Operate PCR and autoclave equipment. + Follow existing SOPs and implement new SOPs as needed. + Conduct crucial final tests on products before distribution. Essential Skills + PCR + Media preparation + Sample preparation + GMP + Pathogenic bacteria detection + Autoclave operation + Food pathogen detection using VIDAS/Mini VIDAS + Experience with TEMPO system + Microbiology skills + ISO environment experience Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in HAZELWOOD,MO. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 2, 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.