Senior Lab Technician/Microbiologist

Ecolab is seeking a Senior Lab Technician Microbiologist who will be responsible for analytical testing of manufactured products. In this position you will perform quality testing, maintenance, environmental monitoring, and calibrations of the instruments in addition to assisting in the development of new test methods as needed.

What's in it For You:

• The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
• Development opportunity to work outside the laboratories in a manufacturing environment working with continuous improvement principals.

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What You Will Do:

• Perform laboratory testing under the supervision of the Senior Microbiologist
• Record test results accurately and concisely
• Assist in analyzing and interpreting experimental data
• Assist in maintaining the productivity and organization of a busy microbiology lab while working under GMP standards
• Maintain Standard Operating Procedures and make recommendations for their improvement
• Participate in scientific discussion and critical thinking
• Assemble test materials and equipment to expedite test procedures
• Maintain clean and safe work facility
• Perform other day-to-day activities as required

Position Details:

• Plant location: Huntington, IN
• Work week and shift: Monday - Friday 7 AM-3 PM
• Compensation package offered: $25 / HR

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S./B. A degree microbiology, biology, biotechnology, or chemistry.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs
• Must be able to pass a drug screen

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of laboratory practices, scientific terminology, and the characterization and preparation of materials used in routine and special procedures.
• Experience with aseptic technique and microbiology testing
• Experience in an FDA -regulated facility/environment,
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• The meticulous ability to uphold quality standards
• Must be able to establish and meet deadlines to produce independent results, while building a network of resources in the company
• Must work well with other team members, including design engineers
• Ability to multi-task and manage numerous projects simultaneously.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.

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Covid-19 Vaccine Notice

Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.