R D Microbiology Laboratory Technician#26-06616 $35 per hour Valhalla, NY Onsite Job Description

At-a-Glance:

Are you ready to build your career by joining an international food and beverage company. If so, our client is hiring a R D Microbiology Laboratory Technician.

Position Type:

Contract

Onsite Required Education:

B.S. in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or related discipline with microbiology coursework/labs.

Experience:

1-3+ years hands‑on experience in a microbiology lab (or equivalent academic, internship or co-op experience) performing standard methods (serial dilutions, pour/spread plates, colony counting, culture transfers). Technical skills: Proficient aseptic technique; operation of micro lab equipment (autoclave, incubators, membrane filtration, pH meter, balances, biosafety cabinet); accurate documentation. Soft skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to follow written procedures, teamwork, communication, and time management in a fast‑paced R D environment. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with beverage micro testing/release procedures for R D consumption products. Experience with LIMS or structured data capture platforms in a lab setting (e.g., WinLIMS/LabVantage or equivalent).

Responsibilities:

R D Microbiology Laboratory Technician provides technical and laboratory support to Microbiological Sciences team. Responsible for performing routine microbiological testing, preparing microbiological media and reagents, supporting product safety and quality programs, and assisting with challenge studies, shelf-life studies, and other research activities. Will work closely with R D microbiologists to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant laboratory operations that support innovation, product development, and consumer testing initiatives. Key Responsibilities Sample handling & testing: Receive, log, label, and process R D and pilot plant samples; execute routine tests (e.g., APC, coliforms, yeast & mold), swabs/rinse waters, per defined methods and micro sampling plans; document results with precision. Media & reagent preparation: Prepare high quality culture media, buffers, and reagents; perform sterility checks; maintain lot and expiration records. Support studies: Assist Microbiologists during microbiological challenge/qualification studies (inoculation, monitoring, data capture); ensure aseptic technique and adherence to protocols. Result reporting: Record, verify, and route test outcomes; notify stakeholders of releases or out of spec findings in line with release procedures. Lab operations: Maintain inventory, order supplies/consumables; perform equipment checks and cleaning (incubators, waterbaths, refrigerators/freezers) and complete LQS logs/SOPs. Quality system &

GLP:

Follow SOPs, data integrity and traceability practices; support QC programs and proficiency activities; uphold safety and GLP standards. Culture collection: Maintain and update the laboratory culture collection per department practices. Digital/lab systems: Use SharePoint/DM templates and LIMS/recording tools for sample tracking and data entry

Tools & Equipment:

Role involves routine use of: autoclave (bench/stand alone), incubators (walk in/benchtop), membrane filtration units, biosafety cabinet/laminar flow hood, refrigerators/freezers, waterbaths, colony counters, microscopes, pH meters, balances, UV lamp; plus standard PPE and lab supplies per SOPs.

Compliance, Health & Safety:

Adhere to site EHS policies, micro lab safety manuals, and GLP standards; complete required safety modules and maintain LQS logs (temperature recording, cleaning schedules). Follow R D micro release requirements and documentation practices when products are intended for consumption by non R D personnel. Get in

Touch:

We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Priyanshu at (201) 478-6913 to learn more. #LI-VK1 #HbM6349