Microbiology Lab Technician
for section headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. Must preserve all substantive info, not invent or summarize away detail. Remove boilerplate like cookie/navigation/legal/EEO etc. Also remove application instructions, Job ID, etc. Must not repeat job title as heading. Must not put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings.
We need to parse the job description.
Job Description paragraph: "The Microbiology Lab Technician plays a key role..." That's about the role. So we can have About the role
with that paragraph.
Responsibilities: list of duties. We'll put Responsibilities
then - each bullet.
Essential Skills: list of bullet points. Could be under Skills or Requirements? The instruction says use headings like Skills, Requirements, Qualifications. We need to decide where to put each content. The posting includes "Essential Skills" and "Additional Skills & Qualifications". Also "Work Environment". Also "Job Type & Location". Also "Pay And Benefits". Also "Workplace Type". Also "Application Deadline". Also "About Actalent" etc (boilerplate). We need to remove boilerplate: About Actalent, equal opportunity, accommodation, SF Fair Chance, Massachusetts Lie Detector, Use of AI. Also remove "Job Type & Location" maybe we keep location? The instruction: do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. For location, we could include in a short paragraph under maybe About the role or a separate section? There's no specific heading for location; we could incorporate location into a paragraph under About the role or maybe a separate short
not a heading. But we must not create sections without real specific content. We have Pay And Benefits section with specific pay range and benefits list. So we should include
Pay
and Benefits
maybe combined? The instruction: Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. But we have both pay and benefits details; we could combine into one Pay and Benefits
but the allowed headings list includes Pay and Benefits separate. However we can choose to include only if posting has real specific content for it. It does have both pay and benefits. We could make two sections: Pay and Benefits. That's okay.
Schedule: posting mentions schedule Monday through Friday first shift 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. So we can have Schedule
with that.
Work Environment: we could put under maybe a section? Not in allowed headings list. Could incorporate into About the role or maybe a separate not a heading. Since we must not create headings not in list unless we have content? The instruction: use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It says e.g., implying those are examples but we should likely stick to those headings. It says "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." So we should only use those headings. So we cannot create a heading for Work Environment. We'll need to fold that content into existing sections, maybe About the role or Responsibilities? Probably About the role can include work environment details. But we must preserve all substantive information; we can add it to About the role paragraph.
Job Type & Location: we can fold location into About the role or maybe a short
not a heading. Since we cannot create a heading for Job Type & Location, we can include location in About the role paragraph.
Application Deadline: we could fold into About the role or maybe a short
. Not a heading.
About Actalent etc: boilerplate to remove.
Thus sections we will include: About the role, Responsibilities, Skills (maybe combine Essential Skills and Additional Skills & Qualifications), Pay, Benefits, Schedule. Possibly Requirements/Qualifications not present separate; we could omit those headings if no specific content. The instruction: include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text. So we should not include Requirements or Qualifications if no distinct content. The posting has Essential Skills and Additional Skills & Qualifications; we can treat those as Skills. Could also treat as Qualifications but we have Skills heading allowed. We'll make one Skills section containing both essential and additional skills.
Now we need to preserve all substantive information: we must not lose any detail. Let's extract details.
About the role paragraph: "The Microbiology Lab Technician plays a key role in supporting new lotions and creams product lines for personal care and over-the-counter applications by performing microbiological testing to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance. This position focuses on environmental and product testing, documentation integrity, and continuous improvement of laboratory procedures in a fast-paced, evolving environment."
Add location: "This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chanhassen, MN." Also job type: Contract to Hire. Also maybe mention work environment details: 80% lab testing, 20% desk-based, etc. Also schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30. Also mention cross-functional work etc. We'll incorporate.
Responsibilities list: need to capture each bullet exactly as in posting.
Let's extract responsibilities:
- Perform microbial limit tests on a variety of sample types, including environmental samples, raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products, to ensure they meet internal quality standards and external regulatory requirements.
- Accurately log observations, test results, and conclusions in accordance with established laboratory protocols and quality frameworks.
- Conduct routine maintenance, cleaning, and calibration of laboratory instruments to ensure reliable and consistent measurements.
- Participate in root cause analysis for contamination events or quality deviations and assist in developing and implementing practical corrective actions.
- Revise existing procedural documents, standard operating procedures, and workflow instructions to reflect current practices and process improvements.
- Design and introduce new microbiological testing protocols as needed to support evolving product lines, regulatory expectations, and customer requirements.
- Maintain detailed, organized, and compliant records to meet internal audit standards and external regulatory expectations.
- Follow industry-aligned practices for manufacturing, laboratory operations, aseptic technique, and documentation integrity.
- Work independently in a small laboratory team, managing daily testing schedules and priorities while ensuring timely completion of assigned work.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Quality Control, Compounding, Engineering, and Production to coordinate sampling, share test results, and support overall product quality.
Now Essential Skills list:
- Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific field is strongly preferred.
- 0–1 years of experience in microbiology or laboratory work in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, consumer products, food and beverage, or academic research.
- Hands-on experience or academic training in microbiology techniques, including microbial limit testing.
- Proficiency in working within a laboratory environment, including safe handling of samples and use of laboratory equipment.
- Knowledge of environmental monitoring practices within a production or laboratory setting.
- Ability to perform and maintain aseptic technique during sampling and testing procedures.
- Strong attention to detail for accurate data recording, analysis, and documentation.
- Effective time management skills to handle testing workloads and meet deadlines.
- Comfort working independently in a small team setting while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Familiarity with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines relevant to microbiological testing and product quality.
- Understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with evolving strategies and initiatives.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across departments such as QC, Compounding, Engineering, and Production.
- Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness when addressing issues within the laboratory.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain focus and precision in a dynamic and changing environment.
Work Environment details (to fold into About the role maybe):
- This position is primarily based in a laboratory setting within a smaller department of approximately one to two people, offering a high degree of independent work.
- About 80% of the time is spent performing laboratory testing, including preparing samples, running microbiological assays, and walking onto the production floor to collect samples from manufacturing lines.
- The remaining 20% of the time is dedicated to desk-based work, such as recording and analyzing results, updating documentation, and maintaining data records.
- The role provides regular opportunities to work cross-functionally with Quality Control, Compounding, Engineering, and Production teams.
- The environment is fast-paced and continually evolving as new product lines and R&D processes are introduced.
- The culture emphasizes inclusivity, close-knit relationships, and strong team values.
- The schedule is Monday through Friday on first shift, typically from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Paid time off, holidays, and safe/sick pay are available, contributing to a supportive and balanced work experience.
Pay And Benefits:
- Pay range: $22.00 - $26.00/hr.
- Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
- Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
- Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
- If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Chanhassen,MN. (We already have location.)
Application Deadline: anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026. (We could fold into About the role or a short p.)
Now we need to output HTML fragment with headings and content.
We must not include any markdown fences.
We'll produce something like:
About the role
The Microbiology Lab Technician plays a key role ... Contract to Hire position based out of Chanhassen, MN. ... (include work environment details, schedule, etc.)
But we also have separate Schedule section; we might duplicate schedule if we include in About the role. Better to keep schedule separate and not duplicate. However we must preserve all info; we can mention schedule in Schedule section and not repeat in About the role. But we need to ensure we don't lose any info; we can keep schedule details only in Schedule section. Similarly, location we can keep in About the role or maybe a short p not heading. We'll include location in About the role.
Work environment details (80/20, department size, cross-functional, culture) we can include in About the role.
Thus About the role paragraph will contain: role description, location, contract type, work environment details (80/20, department size, cross-functional, culture), maybe also mention fast-paced evolving environment already.
Now Responsibilities section as ul.
Skills section: combine essential and additional skills into ul.
Pay section: Pay
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many
or drop it. For location, we could include in a short paragraph under maybe About the role or a separate section? There's no specific heading for location; we could incorporate location into a paragraph under About the role or maybe a separate short
not a heading. But we must not create sections without real specific content. We have Pay And Benefits section with specific pay range and benefits list. So we should include
Pay
andBenefits
maybe combined? The instruction: Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. But we have both pay and benefits details; we could combine into onePay and Benefits
but the allowed headings list includes Pay and Benefits separate. However we can choose to include only if posting has real specific content for it. It does have both pay and benefits. We could make two sections: Pay and Benefits. That's okay. Schedule: posting mentions schedule Monday through Friday first shift 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. So we can haveSchedule
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for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It says e.g., implying those are examples but we should likely stick to those headings. It says "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." So we should only use those headings. So we cannot create a heading for Work Environment. We'll need to fold that content into existing sections, maybe About the role or Responsibilities? Probably About the role can include work environment details. But we must preserve all substantive information; we can add it to About the role paragraph.
Job Type & Location: we can fold location into About the role or maybe a short
not a heading. Since we cannot create a heading for Job Type & Location, we can include location in About the role paragraph. Application Deadline: we could fold into About the role or maybe a short
. Not a heading. About Actalent etc: boilerplate to remove. Thus sections we will include: About the role, Responsibilities, Skills (maybe combine Essential Skills and Additional Skills & Qualifications), Pay, Benefits, Schedule. Possibly Requirements/Qualifications not present separate; we could omit those headings if no specific content. The instruction: include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text. So we should not include Requirements or Qualifications if no distinct content. The posting has Essential Skills and Additional Skills & Qualifications; we can treat those as Skills. Could also treat as Qualifications but we have Skills heading allowed. We'll make one Skills section containing both essential and additional skills. Now we need to preserve all substantive information: we must not lose any detail. Let's extract details. About the role paragraph: "The Microbiology Lab Technician plays a key role in supporting new lotions and creams product lines for personal care and over-the-counter applications by performing microbiological testing to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance. This position focuses on environmental and product testing, documentation integrity, and continuous improvement of laboratory procedures in a fast-paced, evolving environment." Add location: "This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chanhassen, MN." Also job type: Contract to Hire. Also maybe mention work environment details: 80% lab testing, 20% desk-based, etc. Also schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30. Also mention cross-functional work etc. We'll incorporate. Responsibilities list: need to capture each bullet exactly as in posting. Let's extract responsibilities: - Perform microbial limit tests on a variety of sample types, including environmental samples, raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products, to ensure they meet internal quality standards and external regulatory requirements. - Accurately log observations, test results, and conclusions in accordance with established laboratory protocols and quality frameworks. - Conduct routine maintenance, cleaning, and calibration of laboratory instruments to ensure reliable and consistent measurements. - Participate in root cause analysis for contamination events or quality deviations and assist in developing and implementing practical corrective actions. - Revise existing procedural documents, standard operating procedures, and workflow instructions to reflect current practices and process improvements. - Design and introduce new microbiological testing protocols as needed to support evolving product lines, regulatory expectations, and customer requirements. - Maintain detailed, organized, and compliant records to meet internal audit standards and external regulatory expectations. - Follow industry-aligned practices for manufacturing, laboratory operations, aseptic technique, and documentation integrity. - Work independently in a small laboratory team, managing daily testing schedules and priorities while ensuring timely completion of assigned work. - Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Quality Control, Compounding, Engineering, and Production to coordinate sampling, share test results, and support overall product quality. Now Essential Skills list: - Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific field is strongly preferred. - 0–1 years of experience in microbiology or laboratory work in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, consumer products, food and beverage, or academic research. - Hands-on experience or academic training in microbiology techniques, including microbial limit testing. - Proficiency in working within a laboratory environment, including safe handling of samples and use of laboratory equipment. - Knowledge of environmental monitoring practices within a production or laboratory setting. - Ability to perform and maintain aseptic technique during sampling and testing procedures. - Strong attention to detail for accurate data recording, analysis, and documentation. - Effective time management skills to handle testing workloads and meet deadlines. - Comfort working independently in a small team setting while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Additional Skills & Qualifications: - Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). - Familiarity with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines relevant to microbiological testing and product quality. - Understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). - Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with evolving strategies and initiatives. - Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across departments such as QC, Compounding, Engineering, and Production. - Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness when addressing issues within the laboratory. - Demonstrated ability to maintain focus and precision in a dynamic and changing environment. Work Environment details (to fold into About the role maybe): - This position is primarily based in a laboratory setting within a smaller department of approximately one to two people, offering a high degree of independent work. - About 80% of the time is spent performing laboratory testing, including preparing samples, running microbiological assays, and walking onto the production floor to collect samples from manufacturing lines. - The remaining 20% of the time is dedicated to desk-based work, such as recording and analyzing results, updating documentation, and maintaining data records. - The role provides regular opportunities to work cross-functionally with Quality Control, Compounding, Engineering, and Production teams. - The environment is fast-paced and continually evolving as new product lines and R&D processes are introduced. - The culture emphasizes inclusivity, close-knit relationships, and strong team values. - The schedule is Monday through Friday on first shift, typically from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. - Paid time off, holidays, and safe/sick pay are available, contributing to a supportive and balanced work experience. Pay And Benefits: - Pay range: $22.00 - $26.00/hr. - Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. - Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. - Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. - If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Chanhassen,MN. (We already have location.) Application Deadline: anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026. (We could fold into About the role or a short p.) Now we need to output HTML fragment with headings and content. We must not include any markdown fences. We'll produce something like:
About the role
The Microbiology Lab Technician plays a key role ... Contract to Hire position based out of Chanhassen, MN. ... (include work environment details, schedule, etc.)
But we also have separate Schedule section; we might duplicate schedule if we include in About the role. Better to keep schedule separate and not duplicate. However we must preserve all info; we can mention schedule in Schedule section and not repeat in About the role. But we need to ensure we don't lose any info; we can keep schedule details only in Schedule section. Similarly, location we can keep in About the role or maybe a short p not heading. We'll include location in About the role. Work environment details (80/20, department size, cross-functional, culture) we can include in About the role. Thus About the role paragraph will contain: role description, location, contract type, work environment details (80/20, department size, cross-functional, culture), maybe also mention fast-paced evolving environment already. Now Responsibilities section as ul. Skills section: combine essential and additional skills into ul. Pay section:Pay
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many