Microbiology Technician

Job Location: US-KS-Liberal Position Type: Regular Full-Time Category: Lab Overview National Beef of Liberal, Kansas is seeking a qualified professional to fill the position of Microbiology Technician. With competitive pay and benefits, stable work, and an environment that is caring and supportive, National Beef could become your next career move! Competitive Wages and Benefits: Family-friendly benefits including Health, Dental and Vision Paid vacation Paid holidays Employee meat purchase program Hours for this position 8:30 am to 5 pm Responsibilities Microbiology Technician responsibilities include but are not limited to: Follows instructions on project methodology from laboratory management staff. Insures correctness and accuracy of information presented to Food Safety Center on samples. Makes note of any sample and chain of custody differences in appropriate sample discrepancy logbook. Runs all tests as specified for National Beef. Inputs all information from samples into electronic database system. Prints required labels, work orders, worksheets and/or bench sheets for daily running of samples. Fills out all required paperwork for samples received. Applies daily labels to TPC, TC/EC and EB as necessary. Responsible for following all policies, procedures, and protocols as approved by upper management for sample setup. Reads and interprets test results on all samples ran. Checks completed paperwork for accuracy and as part of the dual check program will check other technicians work before turning in. Assists the inventory clerk, when needed, with the receiving of incoming supplies, recording of data into receiving logbook(s), and stocking. Inspects all received supplies making note of the condition, lot #, expiration dates, and supply usage log. Assists with the daily monitoring of temperature accuracy and records all temperatures for incubators, freezers, and refrigerators on log sheet. Properly implements all procedure modifications as outlined by laboratory management staff. Completes daily productivity and sterility quality assurance controls. Responsible for maintaining adequate levels of testing supplies. Completes supply re-order log for all needed supplies. Ensures specified daily housekeeping are performed. Responsible for completing specified weekly housekeeping tasks and log sheet. Responsible for maintaining accurate records for quality system traceability. Assists laboratory technicians in other areas in day to day duties when time permits or when needed. Utilizes any available time to cross train in other areas of laboratory. Performs and completes any other duties assigned by FSCML management staff. This position is a safety sensitive position. This is an On-Site position. Qualifications Qualified Candidates for the Microbiology Laboratory Technician should possess the following: Previous laboratory experience or science related course work preferred (must provide credentials/college completed course work) Good written/oral communication skills in English Self-Starter while being a team player Ability to handle multi-tasking - not afraid to get dirty Excellent organizational skills which allows for multitasking is a must Excellent customer service skills with all levels- Upper management, Vendors, and production employees Must possess computer skills in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, Access, Power-Point, Outlook/email) Flexibility in shift work (Saturday and Sundays as scheduled) Must be willing to be cross trained in many facets of laboratory work Must be at least 18 years of age or older. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. Company Overview National Beef is a leader in producing fresh, chilled and further processed beef products for customers in the U.S. and worldwide. We offer a variety of employment opportunities in our production, packaging, and hide tanning facilities that stretch from the western plains to the east coast. We strive to be the preferred employer in every one of those communities, whether it's measured by the number of people employed or the good we do in the area. We invite you to join our family, wherever you call home. National Beef is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, natural origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, or status as a disabled individual. #IND #J-18808-Ljbffr