Microbiology Technician

Microbiology Technician Media Preparation – Food Microbiology Lab

-Maintaining the equipment files for the media preparation room and the records (service reports, calibration records, etc.) are filed in a timely manner.
-Ensuring that all the required information for the preparation via Autoclave or Masterclave for each batch of reagent and/or media is recorded on the designated Reagent Preparation sheet.
-Participating actively in the daily operation in media preparation room.
-Receiving and labelling materials in use properly in the media preparation room and following the FIFO rules when putting away and using materials and media.
-Preparing media and reagents by following the instructions as reflected in pertaining RF and procedure and in the volumes indicated by the Analyst 2 and Team Lead.
-Adhering to the companies policy for health and safety.
-Reporting of the accidents and incidents to the Team Lead, Lab Supervisor immediately.
-Strictly following Biosafety Biosecurity guidelines as reflected in CAM WI-00740 in the media preparation area.
-Communicating the equipment malfunctions and break downs to the Team Lead and the Lab Supervisor.
-Participating actively in the tainting provided in media preparation room.
-Helping to train new staff in the operation of equipment and preparation of media as needed.
-Keeping the personal training profile up to the date.
-Other tasks as indicated by the Lab Supervisor.