Microbiology Analyst

Job Description

Job Description:

The Microbiology Analyst role will perform microbiological assays in the Regional Analytical Laboratory in support of Mars Petcare, MWC, and Food. The associate will be responsible for internal lab operational programs including lab safety, chemical hygiene, and quality programs. The role also requires compliance with Mars Global Laboratory Quality Standards and ISO 17025. The Microbiology Laboratory conducts microbiological analyses on but not limited to raw materials, environmental samples, stability samples, finished products. This role is also responsible for developing programs in support of product development, stability, food quality and safety and other business functions. As the Regional Microbiology Laboratory operates seven days per week, this role may be required to work in shifts over the 7-day week operation.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or related science (natural or food sciences).

• 2 or more years’ experience with microbiological analyses in food or related industries (advanced education may partially substitute for required experience).

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a production lab environment. • Working knowledge of ISO 17025 standard

• Experience with LIMS and ELN.

Knowledge/Experience:

• Masters the key scientific principles associated with Microbiological assays.

• Understanding of microbiological testing techniques including FDA BAM testing methodologies.

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of laboratory safety, chemicals management and chemical hygiene plans.

• Demonstrated experience and skill with Spreadsheet software (MS Excel preferred), Word, ELN, and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

• Excellent organizational skills to adapt to fluctuating workloads while maintaining attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or as a member of a team.

• Flexibility to changing priorities and timelines.

What will your key responsibilities be?

• Deliver true, accurate results in a timely manner

• Skilled expertise and diligence in aseptic techniques

• Technical knowledge and expertise in the use of microbiological culture and molecular techniques

• Skilled in sample preparation, homogenization and serial dilutions

• Maintains documentation of microbiological results and testing traceability in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

• Work as a team player including open and honest communication, respecting confidentiality with any laboratory information.

• Maintain documentation and records according to Regional Lab Quality Management System and the standard it aligns to

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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