Address
SalaryLab Tester
Melbourne
Fixed Term Contract
MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES
As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.
If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!
YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE
We are looking for a Lab Tester in 20 King St, Blackburn, Melbourne 3130 AUS. Your mission will be to:
Make, dispense and label all-purpose media including broths and agar, liquids
and solids, using aseptic techniques for microbial testing by the laboratory.
2 Sterilise the media with the autoclave at the appropriate temperature and
within required parameters to prevent microbial contamination.
3 Store the media at the specified temperature, under specified conditions and
not longer than the shelf-life periods appropriate to each product.
4 Record purchased media in the laboratory LIMS system to track stock and
supplies.
5 Carry out quality control tests, such as pH, sterility and stability to ensure that
the media is within specification and that the media preparation is satisfactory
to prevent cross-contamination.
6 Decontaminate used media with the autoclave and dispose of hazardous
waste and spent/surplus media safely by prescribed methods.
7 Clean designated areas using appropriate cleaning agents and procedures to
keep the laboratory fit for purpose.
8 Wash and operate the dishwasher to clean glassware and equipment, wrap for
sterilisation and store appropriately for laboratory use.
9 Adhere to PPE requirements for conducting media activities, in addition to the
minimum PPE requirements of the laboratory.
10 Participate in laboratory team meetings as required
YOUR PROFILE
Experience in a similar Microbiology position within an analytical laboratory environment.
Ideally, experience in a service (scientific or technical) based organisation.
Awareness of NATA and TGA requirements, as well as working to GLP and GMP standards.
Experience using a laboratory LIMS system to record the media.
Experience in working in a team to achieve results.
WHY JOIN US?
- Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
- Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
- Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
- Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
- Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.
To apply please click on 'Apply now' button
