Lab Analyst 1

Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can feel confident in - on time, every time - so the world can trust in what it consumes. As a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.We have embarked on an important journey to unify and strengthen our culture by living these core values: Start with the Customer, Drive to Deliver, Commit to Safety and Quality, and Believe in the Team - including believing in you.We are currently looking for a Pathogen Lab Analyst to join our growing teamJob Summary:Perform analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmentals. The position performs the application and evaluation of approved microbiological techniques and methodologies.Essential Responsibilities:- Accurately perform and read test results and notify Laboratory Management of deviations- Prepare and analyze samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries- Apply aseptic/microbiological techniques in daily workload- Report inventory and expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements- Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, trash disposal, and equipment quality control- Assist in quality duties to by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc.- Pursue an assigned series of processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements- Maintain a high degree of technical competence by reading scientific journals, attending professional workshops, and being aware of food industry issues and trends- Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner- Share information in an open and timely manner- Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team- Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their areaSupervision:1. This job does has no supervisory responsibilities.Education & Experience:- Associate degree in Life Science or related field with two or more years of laboratory experience, preferred- Two or more years of experience in a commercial food-testing or analytical laboratory- Or equivalent combination of education and experience- Working knowledge of aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable methods and procedures- Familiarity with GLP, OSHA guidelines, FDA, BAM, APHA, ISO, and USP methods and procedures- Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory- Ability to travel when necessaryPhysical Demands/Work Environment:Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer componentsPotential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogensNoise level varies from quiet to loudTemperature varies from hot to coldInteractive and fast-paced team oriented tasksOvernight Travel is required at the discretion of manageme

Created: 2026-04-27