Microbiology Lab Technician III

Within our Corporate Analytical Services team located in Denver – Leprino is seeking a Microbiology Lab Technician III to support accurate and reliable laboratory testing through sample preparation, equipment maintenance, and daily lab operations. This role works closely with our chemistry team to maintain an organized, safe, and efficient laboratory while contributing to the quality and consistency of our products.

At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically starts at $30.03 an hour. This position has an annual target bonus of 3.5%.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, label, organize, dilute, and process laboratory samples for microbiological testing.
• Support microbiological testing activities involving milk, dairy ingredients, cheese, and environmental samples.
• Prepare sterile agar, broths, reagents, and dilution solutions required for daily laboratory testing.
• Perform quality control checks on prepared media to ensure consistency and reliability.
• Operate autoclaves to sterilize laboratory media, glassware, equipment, and waste materials.
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, and workspaces to support safe and efficient testing.
• Coordinate laboratory inventory, including tracking, ordering, receiving, and organizing supplies and reagents.
• Prepare and organize samples for collaborative proficiency testing programs.
• Follow established laboratory procedures and aseptic techniques to maintain sample integrity and prevent contamination.

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):

• An associate degree in Microbiology or a related scientific field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Basic knowledge of microbiology principles, laboratory procedures, and sample preparation techniques.
• Basic mathematical proficiency, including calculations used in sample dilution and media preparation.

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• A bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or a related scientific field.
• Previous experience working in a microbiology, food science, or quality control laboratory.
• Experience operating laboratory equipment, including pipettes, analytical balances, and autoclaves.
• Familiarity with sterile media preparation, aseptic sampling techniques, and microbiological quality control procedures.

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 to the 1950s, 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 is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” From a small corner grocery store we have grown to over 5,500 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?