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Microbiology Technician II (Buffalo, New York, US) @ Bureau Veritas UK

Buffalo, New York, USOnsiteFull-time
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<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H4 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>-</b></H4> </div><div><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in;font-size:15.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#d7243d"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;color:#00049e">Position Summary:</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">This position is responsible for the accurate and timely testing of consumer products, reporting data, and writing technical reports</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:black">Major Roles &amp; Responsibili</span></strong><span style="color:black">ti<strong>es:</strong></span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Knowledge of how to access the latest revisions of standards, protocols, and test methods, with direction.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Evaluate products submitted for testing for quality / safety issues, with direction from senior staff in a limited scope.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Prepares a variety of samples for testing using prescribed testing methods, following testing </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">standards/specifications, in a limited scope.</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Conducts testing or analyzes a variety of consumer products for basic bench analysis and limited analytical instrumentation using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications appropriate to the sample, in a limited scope.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Use and verify (if applicable) test equipment and instruments and maintain record keeping system for calibration /quality system integrity with direction.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H4 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>-</b></H4> </div><div><ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Maintain test equipment, supplies, lab cleanliness (and limited analytical instrumentation).</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Accurately record test data per BV Quality guidelines.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Assist with department testing in other areas, with direction, as required.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Organizes and manages workload to meet or exceed laboratory turnaround time and client expectations.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Assist in the technical and administrative aspects of various departmental projects as directed.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Accurately compile data, prepare and review written technical reports in a limited scope</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Interface with senior staff for direction on interpretations pertaining to compliance and standards.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Identify and troubleshoot technical issues in a limited scope with direction from senior staff.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H4 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>-</b></H4> </div><div><ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Adhere to the requirements of the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services Quality System.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Provide feedback to department manager regarding departmental systems, processes and recommendations for improvements and meeting department / quality objectives. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Follow the guidelines set forth in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc. </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-left:0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:black">Addi</span></strong><span style="color:black">ti<strong>onal Responsibili</strong>ti<strong>es for Technician II:</strong></span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Evaluate test results data, with direction.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Interpret and apply industry standards within a limited scope and with direction.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Offer problem resolution, as applicable, for any client issues/questions identified, while aiming to enhance client satisfaction and improving client relations.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Conduct verbal and written communications with internal clients regarding administrative and technical issues, with direction.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Participate with senior staff in client meetings / visits, when appropriate.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Identify and troubleshoot technical issues in a limited scope.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H4 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>-</b></H4> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p>Required Skills &amp; Proficiencies:</p> <p>Problem solving and process improvement ability<br>Possess and demonstrate written and verbal communication skills<br>Organization and time management skills<br>Ability to perform multiple tasks<br>Ability to prioritize individual workload to meet or exceed deadlines<br>Individual and team work ethic<br>Basic computer skills: Windows, Word &amp; Excel.<br>Attention to detail<br>Technical aptitude</p> <p>Education and Experience:</p> <p>High school diploma or equivalent and 1-3 years related experience; or<br>2-year technical degree and 6-12 months related experience</p> <p>An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.</p> <p>Compensation Range: $19-$20 an hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset).</p></div></div></div>

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