Lab Assistant
Are you looking to progress in your career with a fast-growing food safety company? Are you a hardworking, collaborative team member ready to hit the ground running and get the job done? Then we are looking for you!
What We Do
Matrix Sciences International Inc. provides a uniquely comprehensive scope of laboratory, advisory, research, data management, sensory and agricultural services that support our customers’ confidence in bringing safe, quality food to market.
Why It Matters
This work allows clients to identify potential contamination before it impacts their products and helps them feel confident that their products meet their quality standards and are safe for consumption in the market.
Role Summary
The Microbiology Laboratory Assistant performs laboratory support responsibilities in a fast-paced production environment, preparation of microbiological samples & media, cleaning, waste disposal, and basic maintenance functions.
What You’ll Do
Matrix Sciences International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Matrix Sciences is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees. We treat all employees and applicants in conformance with both the spirit and letter of federal, state, and local employment discrimination laws, regulations, and Executive Orders. The Company makes all employment decisions without regard to a person's race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniform services membership status or any other characteristic protected by law. Discrimination, retaliation, or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.
Monday - Friday 9 AM to 5:30 PM
What We Do
Matrix Sciences International Inc. provides a uniquely comprehensive scope of laboratory, advisory, research, data management, sensory and agricultural services that support our customers’ confidence in bringing safe, quality food to market.
Why It Matters
This work allows clients to identify potential contamination before it impacts their products and helps them feel confident that their products meet their quality standards and are safe for consumption in the market.
Role Summary
The Microbiology Laboratory Assistant performs laboratory support responsibilities in a fast-paced production environment, preparation of microbiological samples & media, cleaning, waste disposal, and basic maintenance functions.
What You’ll Do
- Sterilize and dispose of biohazardous waste according to established procedures.
- Prepare media and reagents to support microbiology testing, ensuring products are documented, aliquoted, labeled, and quality control specifications are met.
- Perform and document routine laboratory maintenance tasks such as sample archiving, basic equipment monitoring, waste disposal, and cleaning (laboratory and labware).
- Assist Lab Techs in sample preparation and weighing test items, as required.
- Adhere to lab safety procedures and reporting standards.
- Follow written Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
- As needed, perform shipping/receiving duties and keep external/customer-facing areas clear.
- Other duties may be assigned to assist with the operations of the lab.
- The candidate for this role will be able to work flexible hours and willing to work overtime.
- High School Diploma, or equivalent.
- Demonstrates ability to work with a team.
- Able to multitask.
- A positive outlook with the ability to adapt to a changing environment.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Accident & Critical Illness
- Paid Time-Off
- LifeLock Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
Matrix Sciences International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Matrix Sciences is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees. We treat all employees and applicants in conformance with both the spirit and letter of federal, state, and local employment discrimination laws, regulations, and Executive Orders. The Company makes all employment decisions without regard to a person's race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniform services membership status or any other characteristic protected by law. Discrimination, retaliation, or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.
Monday - Friday 9 AM to 5:30 PM
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Seniority level
Entry level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology -
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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