Lakeside Foods, Inc. ยท 9 hours ago
QA Bacteriologist
Weston, OR, US, 97886
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expLakeside Foods is committed to providing wholesome foods and is seeking a Quality Assurance Bacteriologist to join their QA team in Weston, OR. This hands-on laboratory role focuses on maintaining food safety and quality standards through bacteriological testing and supporting plant QA initiatives.
Food and BeverageManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Preparing, plating, and analyzing bacteriological samples
Creating dilution blanks and composite samples
Preparing and analyzing media for APC, E. coli, Coliform, Yeast & Mold, and Staphylococcus
Operating laboratory equipment, including autoclaves
Performing in-plant line checks
Reading, analyzing, and following technical test procedures
Promoting and supporting GMPs, HACCP, and Food Safety programs
Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment
Using computer systems and QA software to document results
Supporting plant safety and food safety programs as needed
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
At least one year of related laboratory or food manufacturing experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, procedures, and technical documentation
Basic math skills including ratios, percentages, and data interpretation
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Working knowledge of or willingness to learn food safety principles
Preferred
Experience working in a food manufacturing or QA laboratory setting
Familiarity with microbiological testing methods
Comfort working in a plant environment with PPE requirements
Company
Lakeside Foods, Inc.
Lakeside Foods, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
D
David Yanda
Chief Executive Officer
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