Job Description

Within our Microbiology Department located in Denver, Leprino is seeking a Lab Technician III, Microbiology to provide overall lab support, acting as a dependable and accurate technical resource, and sharing knowledge. We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it's why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $22.94 and $25.80 per hour . This position will work Wednesday - Saturday.

• Cleans lab equipment and glassware.
• Disposes of test tubes and fills distilled water jugs.
• Performs basic sample preparation duties, such labeling, organizing, labeling, diluting pipetting, and clean-up.
• Performs basic housekeeping duties in the lab.
• Maintains appropriate lab inventory, ordering and receiving supplies for the lab. Prepares, labels, weighs-out samples aseptically organized (by plant) Collabs.
• Loads, unloads and operates autoclave for the sterilization of media, glassware, trash and dilution water.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• High School Diploma. Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities/Competencies:

• Some knowledge of chemistry/microbiology is desired to operate pipettes, balances, autoclave and other pertinent laboratory equipment
• Basic knowledge of microbiology concepts, principles, and theories
• Ability to follow written procedures carefully and with accuracy within the Microbiology laboratory
• Ability to work in a team as part of a high-volume laboratory
• Ability to organize information in a manner understandable to others-verbally and written
• Ability to accept and understand instructions/direction and progress toward the stated objective
• Basic math, organizational, and analytical skills

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.

Offering You In Return:

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

Our Story:

Leprino’s history dates back over 70 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino Foods is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” To help us achieve that bold vision, we’re looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated team member who is the best at what you do. Three passionate individuals in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to well over 5,000 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?

The Easy Apply option through LinkedIn is not considered an official application with Leprino Foods. If you would like to formally apply for this position, please visit careers.leprinofoods.com

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