Lab Technician - Microbiology

At Arm & Hammer Animal and Food Production we think big on a microscopic level to deliver safe feed and food solutions that drive businesses forward.We're nutritional innovators and microbial pioneers who have dedicated their careers to becoming a positive force for animals, consumers and worldwide food security.As a rapidly growing organization, we are seeking passionate and creative individuals dedicated to continued growth of our brands.

Role Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Support natural microbial solutions for the animal productivity product lines for the Arm and Hammer Animal and Food Production business
• Conduct microbial and molecular analysis of environmental and animal samples from customers following established SOPs under supervision.
• Input and update information in databases and spreadsheets and analyze data and assist in report generation following established SOPs under supervision.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies
• Assist in communicating results to the sales and technical teams.
• Assist in implementing new analysis methods to improve the customer support platform to determine customized product formulations.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize information for research reports, technical bulletins and presentations at customer meetings and scientific conferences
• Limited knowledge of livestock production required

Education and Experience

• B.Sc. Degree and 2 years of laboratory experience

Skills and Competencies

• Computer literate and knowledgeable and proficient in MS office
• Demonstrated organizational and work planning skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Hands on laboratory skills needed including general microbiology and molecular biology techniques.
• Ability to manage large workloads at times and to adapt to reprioritization as necessary in a rapidly changing environment.

General Laboratory Requirements

• Adhere to and follow established procedures and policies for working in the laboratory designated for the development of regulated products
• Maintain a log of all samples, isolates and experimental results in a laboratory notebook or other data capture software system.
• Computer literate and knowledgeable and proficient in MS office

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/