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Ponca City Development Authority

Laboratory Technician I

Ponca City Development Authority, Ponca City, OK, United States

The below job is only being posted by Ponca City Development Authority and is being hired by a local employer.

The contact information for this position is Log10 company: [email protected]

Job Purpose:
An Entry Level Position that Supports the Lab Through the Completion of Basic Laboratory Job Duties

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in all general laboratory activities including, but not limited to:
  • Logging in client samples, checking Analytical Request Forms and Sample Traceability Forms and delivery of materials to the laboratory
  • Media and reagent preparation
  • Cleaning and sanitation of labware, equipment, lab areas, etc.
  • Sample and waste disposal
  • Processing and plating of environmental samples (sponges and swabs) on Petrifilm media
  • Assisting in the preparation and processing samples and media
  • Assisting in water activity (aw) & pH analyses
  • Monitoring, verification, calibration and recording activities:
  • Equipment temperature checks
  • Balance checks
  • Environmental & water sampling
  • media quality checks,
  • autoclave sterilization temperatures
  • Completion of daily and weekly checklists as assigned by Laboratory Manager or Supervisor on duty
  • Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager or Supervisor on duty, other analyses according to the appropriate Standard Operating Procedures, Test Methods, Work Instructions,
  • Following all activities and procedures established under the ISO 17025 standard, the Good Laboratory Practices program, and the Log10 Quality Management System
  • Under supervision, assisting in activities related to manufacturing, fermentation, and research projects
• Other Duties as Required

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
  1. High School Graduate or GED
  2. Specialized Knowledge
  3. Basic Computer Skills including a Working Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Skills
  • Ability to Follow Written and Verbal Directions and Maintain a Laboratory Notebook
  • Good Written & Verbal Communication Skills
Other Characteristics
  • Attention to Detail
  • Able to Work Independently
  • Able to Make Sound Decisions
  • Positive Attitude and Ability to Work as Part of a Team
Experience
  • Classes in or Industry Training in Food Science, Food Microbiology, Laboratory, Biology, Chemistry, Food Safety, Quality Assurance or Quality Control