Lab Analyst

About the Company

Certified Group partners with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise across the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories includes specialized brands:

• Certified Laboratories – Comprehensive analytical and microbiological testing for food, beverage, cosmetics, OTC, and dietary supplements.
• Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) – ISO-accredited laboratories focused on food safety testing, operational support, and technical services.
• Labstat – Global leader in contract research and testing for nicotine, tobacco, cannabis, hemp, and next-generation products.
• EAS Consulting Group – Regulatory consulting firm offering expert guidance, training, and auditing support for FDA, USDA, and other regulated sectors.
• FSNS Certification & Audit – Accredited third-party auditing and certification services, including food safety, animal welfare, and GMP programs.

About the Role

Perform analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmentals. The position involves applying and evaluating approved microbiological techniques and methodologies.

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, including taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, and running media controls.
• Pursue assigned 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 staying 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.
• Assist with managing priorities and schedules to achieve individual and team goals.
• Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within the area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related science field.
• 2 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 necessary.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other communications/computer components.
• Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens.
• Noise level varies from quiet to loud.
• Temperature varies from hot to cold.
• Interactive and fast-paced team-oriented tasks.
• Overnight travel is required at the discretion of management.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Color vision and depth perception required.