Microbiology Operations Lead - Full-time / Part-time

The Microbiology Operations Lead is responsible for the following job duties:

Responsible for training new hires and current Micro Technicians on methods and testing procedures.

Directing workflow- meaning depending on sample volumes people may need to be shuffled around to different work stations.

They will be required to do hands on testing throughout the entire day.

Be a team leader of 7-8 employees working under them.

The following information are other key descriptions on what this candidate will need to be able to perform on a daily basis.

- Prepare, analyze, perform, and assist others with the microbiological preparation and testing of food samples.
- Ensure all department opening and closing tasks are completed effectively and efficiently and documented as quality systems require.
- Distribute projects or assignments to appropriate personnel within the department to ensure processes are efficiently and effectively completed.
- Ensure sample analysis flow if efficient in conjunction with quality
- Ensure safe working environment for laboratory and provide supervision of quality control and quality assurance procedures.
- Assist with scheduling and adjusting staff as needed based on sample volume ensuring minimal delays or down time in processes.
- Support laboratory leadership in employee development by providing effective training to new employees and acting as a resource to all department employees in the resolution of questions, problems, or alternative resources.
- Help implement systems as guided by laboratory leadership and support lean process or Industrial Performance related activities either directed from Corporate or in Lab-Specific Projects.
- Assist with selection and orientation of new hires
- Work with supervisor on identifying and correcting performance issues and recognizing outstanding performers.
- Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process.

About Aerotek:

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