Senior Technician, Microbiology Lab
The J.M. Smucker Co., Orrville, OH, United States
Senior Technician, Microbiology Lab
This role supports the plants and R&D by performing microbiological testing and reporting results.
Location
Orrville, OH (close proximity to Akron and Cleveland)
Work Arrangements
100% on-site
Schedule
8‑hour workdays, Monday – Friday between 7am – 6pm utilizing company flex hours while meeting business needs.
Minimum 1 assigned company holiday per year (1‑3 days during holiday week for 1‑2 hrs each day and/or if a holiday falls on a Sunday if there is a rotation).
Flexibility to work weekend hours if there is a rotation.
In This Role You Will
Perform routine microbiological testing and report results.
Maintain ISO/IEC 17025 accredited methods.
Follow good laboratory and safety practices.
Prepare laboratory reagents.
Maintain laboratory supplies, equipment records, and methods.
Calibrate lab equipment.
Perform general laboratory upkeep, inventory management, and ordering supplies.
Support laboratory projects.
Communicate with customers to coordinate testing related to microbiological testing procedures.
Provide support to the Analytical Lab as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree.
General laboratory experience.
Strong communication skills (written and oral) and customer service communication skills.
Good computer skills, including familiarity with a Laboratory Management System (LMS).
Strong time management skills with attention to detail.
Highly adaptable and flexible to a dynamic environment.
Self‑motivated, high‑energy, positive attitude.
Ability to stand for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
Ability to work independently.
Additional Skills and Experience
Microbiology, Food Science, or related degree.
Strong chemistry, mathematics, and/or statistical background.
Microbiological Laboratory experience or training.
Familiarity with aseptic technique.
Biosafety Level 2 laboratory experience.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.
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This role supports the plants and R&D by performing microbiological testing and reporting results.
Location
Orrville, OH (close proximity to Akron and Cleveland)
Work Arrangements
100% on-site
Schedule
8‑hour workdays, Monday – Friday between 7am – 6pm utilizing company flex hours while meeting business needs.
Minimum 1 assigned company holiday per year (1‑3 days during holiday week for 1‑2 hrs each day and/or if a holiday falls on a Sunday if there is a rotation).
Flexibility to work weekend hours if there is a rotation.
In This Role You Will
Perform routine microbiological testing and report results.
Maintain ISO/IEC 17025 accredited methods.
Follow good laboratory and safety practices.
Prepare laboratory reagents.
Maintain laboratory supplies, equipment records, and methods.
Calibrate lab equipment.
Perform general laboratory upkeep, inventory management, and ordering supplies.
Support laboratory projects.
Communicate with customers to coordinate testing related to microbiological testing procedures.
Provide support to the Analytical Lab as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree.
General laboratory experience.
Strong communication skills (written and oral) and customer service communication skills.
Good computer skills, including familiarity with a Laboratory Management System (LMS).
Strong time management skills with attention to detail.
Highly adaptable and flexible to a dynamic environment.
Self‑motivated, high‑energy, positive attitude.
Ability to stand for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
Ability to work independently.
Additional Skills and Experience
Microbiology, Food Science, or related degree.
Strong chemistry, mathematics, and/or statistical background.
Microbiological Laboratory experience or training.
Familiarity with aseptic technique.
Biosafety Level 2 laboratory experience.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.
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