FSQ Analyst

FSQ Microbiology Analyst Location: Bloomington, IL Compensation: $25/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday

• First Shift: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Second Shift: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
• Flexibility may be required based on laboratory activities and operational needs.

Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented FSQ Microbiology Analyst to support food safety and quality laboratory operations within a manufacturing environment. In this role, you will perform routine microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, and environmental samples to help ensure product quality, food safety, and compliance with established laboratory standards. The position involves hands-on laboratory work, including sample preparation, homogenization, microbiological analysis, media preparation, plating, colony counting, and accurate documentation of results. The ideal candidate has practical microbiology laboratory experience, strong attention to detail, and an understanding of laboratory quality systems, standardized testing methods, and good documentation practices. Experience in food microbiology or an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory environment is particularly valuable.

Key Responsibilities

Microbiology Testing & Daily Laboratory Operations

• Perform microbiological testing on raw materials, semi-finished products, finished products, and environmental samples using approved and validated methods.
• Conduct routine quantitative and qualitative microbiological analyses.
• Receive, prepare, and process laboratory samples, including sample homogenization and preparation for testing.
• Prepare microbiological media and laboratory materials according to established procedures.
• Perform plating, incubation, plate reading, and colony enumeration.
• Complete laboratory sanitation and maintain clean, organized workspaces.
• Participate in routine laboratory task rotations and support daily workflow requirements.
• Accurately document and submit analytical results within established timelines.
• Follow laboratory SOPs, testing protocols, and applicable quality and safety requirements.

Technical Support & Continuous Improvement

• Support laboratory projects, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with method validation, verification, and proficiency testing activities.
• Provide technical information and analytical data to laboratory leadership during investigations and deviation assessments.
• Review and interpret analytical data with attention to accuracy, consistency, and data integrity.
• Identify atypical results, testing irregularities, or potential deviations and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Support troubleshooting activities and help improve laboratory efficiency and consistency.

Quality Systems & Laboratory Compliance

• Support laboratory compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation requirements and established quality management systems.
• Assist with proficiency testing, data reporting, and approved data review activities.
• Support equipment calibration, preventive maintenance, and routine laboratory verification programs.
• Assist with laboratory facilities, utilities, and consumables inventory management.
• Identify and report nonconformances, deviations, and procedural issues.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities as assigned.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and follow controlled document procedures and revision requirements.
• Follow laboratory safety protocols, including proper handling of materials and hazardous waste disposal.

Required Qualifications

• Previous hands-on microbiology laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with microbiological testing, sample preparation, plating, incubation, and colony counting.
• Understanding of quantitative and qualitative microbiological testing methods.
• Experience following established laboratory procedures, SOPs, and documentation requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative laboratory team.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple testing activities in a production-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, Food Safety, or a related scientific discipline.
• Previous food microbiology or food manufacturing laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation requirements.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and microbiological testing of raw materials and finished products.
• Exposure to laboratory quality systems, method validation, proficiency testing, and equipment calibration.
• Familiarity with deviation reporting, root cause analysis, and CAPA processes.

What Makes This Opportunity Interesting?

• Hands-on experience supporting food safety and quality operations.
• Exposure to established microbiological testing methods and laboratory quality systems.
• Opportunity to develop experience with ISO/IEC 17025 standards and accredited laboratory practices.
• Collaborative laboratory environment with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and quality initiatives.

Compensation: $25/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 3:00 PM–11:00 PM. Flexibility may be required based on laboratory activities.

Pay Details: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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