FSQA Microbiology Lab Technician

Fresh Mark is currently seeking candidates to fill an entry-level Microbiology Lab Technician position. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting general microbiological lab work and routine microbiological testing for food and environmental samples proficiently. The candidate also will need to understand and apply the appropriate techniques and methodologies to obtain valid accurate test results.

Location: Massillon Ohio (100% on-site)

Sponsorship: Not available for this position

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct environmental and microbiological sampling according to the Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP).
• Collect label document and manage environmental swabs and samples.
• Perform routine testing including pre-operational contact surface air water and compressed air sampling.
• Partner with Production Maintenance and Sanitation teams on root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain environmental monitoring documentation and cleaning schedules.
• Monitor microbiological inventory and testing supplies.
• Support customer regulatory and third-party audits.
• Participate in food safety sanitation microbiology and capital project meetings.

Job Requirements

• Degree coursework or experience in Microbiology Food Science Biology Chemistry or a related scientific field preferred.
• Strong investigative analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Flexible schedule with occasional early mornings shift work and weekends as needed.
• Strong communication documentation and organizational skills.

We invite you to be part of our exciting team and rapidly growing business.

Fresh Mark provides an excellent work environment and comprehensive benefits including paid vacations and holidays educational assistance and reimbursement health care with low premiums and deductibles vision 401K with company match and more.

About Fresh Mark Inc.

At Fresh Mark people come first. Its not just a slogan it is engrained in the fabric of who we are and what we work to achieve every day. The cornerstone of our culture is based on a foundation of taking care of all our employees on every level. As a team member here you will be given the tools leadership and support to grow in your knowledge and career and as a leader yourself.

Owned and made in the USA for more than 100 years Fresh Marks Sugardale brand takes a personal approach to making great tasting high quality meats. For a century weve been dedicated to making the best products the best way. Made with top quality ingredients and workmanship Sugardale supplies bacon ham hot dogs sliced lunch meats pepperoni and salami and other specialty meat items with annual sales of more than $1 billion.

Fresh Mark welcomes all interested people to apply for job opportunities in our company. We pride ourselves in being a diverse company and we consider applicants for all positions without regard to race color religion sex national origin age marital or veteran status disability or any legally protected status.

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