About us
Steep Hill Arizona lab is a developing small business in Phoenix, AZ. We strive to provide a welcoming enviroment based on integrity and respect for our team members and customers, while pioneering precision in cannabis testing.
Our work environment includes:
- Quality Driven Science
- Safe Work Environment
- Team Oriented Leadership Focus
- Thoughtful and Participative Management
- Ground Level Development Opportunities
The role of Lab Analyst/Microbiologist is extremely important and requires a multi-faceted skill set. The Lab Analyst is responsible for performing laboratory microbial testing on Cannabis products with PCR, culture, and examining samples for filth/ foreign matter. Must have a strong work ethic, display a positive attitude and have reliable organizational skills. They must also display great judgment /decision making skills with a thorough understanding of policies and procedures. Team members should demonstrate proper use of equipment and consumables while displaying correct safety measures inside and out of the laboratory. The Lab Analyst reports to the Laboratory Director. The Lab Analyst will be expected to work across a variety of tasks with attention to detail, organization, and professionalism.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must be comfortable working with cannabis.
- Perform laboratory microbial testing - including testing by PCR, culture, and examining samples for filth and foreign matter.
- Perform the validation of test methods and R&D activities.
- Conduct equipment checks
- Responsible for the safety and sanitation of the microbiology lab.
- Maintain Microbiology Quality Control.
- Keep accurate records.
- Participate in proficiency testing activities.
- Responsible for testing, reviewing, verifying, generating, and signing of analysis test reports.
- Completing relevant Standard Operating Procedures and related forms, including documentation of checks and maintenance in instrument maintenance logs.
- Assist in any work requested by Laboratory Director, Director of Operations, or Owners; including, but not limited to, sampling, accessioning, and training of other personnel.
- Perform data acquisition, analysis of data, and report preparation for the testing/screening for microbiology analysis.
- Identify and assign sample re-tests.
- Learn and execute established Steep Hill Arizona and state regulatory SOPs.
- As assigned, support and/or lead laboratory process, method, and operations improvement projects.
- As assigned, assist with the upkeep and improvement of elements of the quality management system such as SOPs and the training program.
- Ability to provide support and integrate seamlessly with other key departments within Steep Hill Arizona.
- Perform other laboratory and clerical duties such as data entry, filing, or supply inventory and assumption of other responsibilities on an as-needed basis, or as delegated.
- Personal drive and commitment to ongoing improvement of the Customer Experience.
- Background check/ Fingerprints will be required per Arizona's regulatory expectations for cannabis laboratory agents.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Phoenix, AZ 85022 (Required)
Work Location: In person