Microbiology Lab Manager
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Microbiology Lab Manager

Michelson Laboratories

Job Location : Los Angeles,CA, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-13T12:16:45Z

Job Description :

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Michelson Laboratories is a leading food testing laboratory based in Southern California. Since 1970, Michelson Laboratories has provided efficient testing and analyses to an extensive spectrum of customers. We have a broad-based background and are thoroughly proficient in a diverse range of industries.

Our Microbiology Laboratory provides a wide range of services and is staffed with industry-leading microbiologists. We are expanding our Microbiology department in our Commerce location and are looking for a Lab Manager. This person will be responsible for providing analysis of food products, to an extensive spectrum of customers. The position works closely with the Microbiology Operation Managers and a team of peers to support and ensure fast turn-around time and high-quality service. Microbiology experience desired. For highly motivated candidates.

Responsibilities for Microbiology Lab Manager:

Review and approve microbiological data for reporting

Consult clients by phone or in person regarding result interpretation, test recommendations, food safety/HACCP/EMP programs, etc.

Review, approve, and email Laboratory Certificates to clients

Lead and oversee training of incoming technicians

Assist the Microbiology management team with operational flow

Conduct cultural confirmation for different pathogenic microorganisms according to FDA, USDA guidelines

Analyze samples using PCR, VITEK, and VIDAS instruments

Interpret/examine agar plates and slants for typical cultural reactions

Troubleshoot analytical testing methods and instruments as needed

Obtain and report microbial results to customers in a timely manner

Conduct various QA/QC checks on supplies, media, and reagents

Perform serial dilutions, plating

Plate counting of various agars and petrifilms

Sample enrichment and incubation

Sample Log-in

Sample Disposition

Media preparation and Sterilization

Other duties as needed

Qualifications for Lab Manager:

Master's degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, or closely related field

Two years of hands on Microbiological lab experience preferred

Two years of management or leadership experience preferred

Able to work overtime

Knowledge of aseptic technique and good laboratory practices

Medical (PPO/HMO)

Vision (VSP)

Life Insurance

401K

Sick / Vacation / Holiday

Michelson Laboratories, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Holidays

Monday to Friday

Overtime

Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Employment type Full-time

Job function Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries Food & Beverages

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