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Seeking a Microbiology Laboratory Assistant for our Lab in Turlock, CA! Great way to get foot in the door with a scientific company!Schedule: Needs to be able to work 11 am to 7:30 pm weekly. One day off on weekend and one day off of weekday a week. Also needs to be open to swing shift 2pm to 10 pm if needed.POSITION REQUIREMENTS:High school or equivalent.
Time management - one's own time and the time of others.
Basic arithmetic skills - using mathematics to solve problems.
Ability to lift 10 - 50 pounds
Ability to stand for prolonged periods
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Microbiology Laboratory Assistant is responsible for preparing all incoming samples prior to testing and maintaining a clean and orderly environment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Using the appropriate equipment and utensils to aseptically prepare all incoming samples for testing.
Composite FDA detained and routine samples for qualitative/quantitative analyses.
Perform serial dilutions for the quantitative analyses.
Perform rapid microbiological analyses for pathogen detection.
Maintain proper record keeping for media preparation, the autoclaves, pH and conductivity.
Operate the autoclaves, steamers, dishwasher and diluter daily.
Weekly, clean the Micro are of the walk-in refrigerator. Disposing of samples, cleaning shelves and organizing the area for new samples.
Daily, discard one-week samples.
Using the top load balance, weigh samples to obtain correct and accurate weights.
Using appropriate cleaning materials to clean and sterilize all laboratory instruments, glassware, flatware and equipment's.
Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
POSITION OBJECTIVES:Prepare all incoming samples for testing.
Clean and maintain glassware for the department.
Maintain the cleanliness of the Microbiology department equipment and work areas.
Responsible for media preparation, preparation of dilution blanks, inventory and ordering of supplies.
About Aerotek:Your success starts with the right career opportunity. Aerotek uses a people-focused approach to connect job seekers to incredible opportunities with leading organizations. Established in 1983, we've grown to become a consistent Best of Staffing winner for talent satisfaction because of our dedication to exceptional service. Serving over 300,000 contract workers every year, we specialize in placing workers with engineering, scientific, professional and industrial skill sets. Aerotek is proud to offer competitive benefits, including contributory medical, dental and vision insurance, weekly pay, discounts on consumer goods and services and more.Location: Turlock, CaliforniaPosting ID: 7366398Pay Rate: Up to US$14 per hourThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
