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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description:

Microbiology Analyst

As a Microbiology Analyst supporting Mars Petcare, you will perform microbiological assays in the Regional Analytical Laboratory. The Microbiology Laboratory conducts microbiological analyses on but not limited to raw materials, environmental samples, stability samples and finished products. This position is responsible for internal lab operational programs including lab safety, chemical hygiene, and quality programs. We are looking for someone who will deliver true, accurate results in a timely manner. This position is Tuesday-Saturday, primarily working 8:30AM-5PM.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or related science and 2+ years’ of experience with PCR and other microbiological analyses in food or related industries

• Understanding of microbiological testing techniques including FDA BAM testing methodologies.

• Excellent organizational skills to adapt to fluctuating workloads while maintaining attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or as a member of a team.

• Flexibility to changing priorities and timelines.

• Demonstrated experience and skill with Spreadsheet software (MS Excel preferred), Word, ELN, and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

• The ability to work in shifts over the 7-day week operation. The Regional Microbiology Laboratory operates daily including weekends.

What will your key responsibilities be?

• Developing programs in support of product development, stability, food quality and safety and other business functions.

• Maintaining documentation of microbiological results and testing traceability in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

• Ensure documentation and records are according to Regional Lab Quality Management System and the standard aligns to Key Supporting Competencies.

• Master the key scientific principles associated with Microbiological assays.

• Work as a team player including open and honest communication, respecting confidentiality with any laboratory information.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

About Mars: Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

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