Food Microbiologist

Actalent

  • Westerville, OH
  • $24.00-27.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Job Title: Microbiology Lab TechnicianINTERESTED CANDIDATES CAN SEND UPDATED RESUMES TO MAMCDONOUGH @ACTALENTSERVICES .COM OR TEXT MARISA AT 330. 397. 1302 TO SET UP A PHONE INTERVIEW!Job DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated Microbiology Lab Technician to perform essential laboratory prep work, including the preparation of solutions and conducting various microbiological tests. This role offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art Innovation Center with long-term growth potential.Responsibilities
  • Perform basic laboratory preparation work including making solutions of peptone and buffers for swabs.
  • Conduct plating and streaking of microbiological samples.
  • Pick up supplies and samples from the plant as needed.
  • Perform tests such as pipetting, preparing agar with hot plates, autoclaving, sterilization, sanitation, and plate counts for yeast, mold, and lactic bacteria.
  • Enter data accurately into Excel spreadsheets.
Essential Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related science field.
  • Strong understanding of aseptic, plating, and streaking techniques.
  • Proficient in using Petri films, performing plating, and operating autoclaves.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Background in microbiology, laboratory procedures, and biology is highly beneficial.
  • Experience with pH and viscosity measurements is a plus.
Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a micro lab with a small team of three. The laboratory is compact, offering a few desk spaces. The work schedule is business casual, first shift from Monday to Friday.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of WESTERVILLE, OH.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in WESTERVILLE,OH.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

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