FSQ Microbiology Analyst

Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring for a leading organization seeking FSQ (Food Safety & Quality) Microbiology Analysts to support microbiological testing, laboratory operations, and quality programs within a regulated laboratory environment.

Position Details

• Location: Bloomington, IL 

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

• Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

• Contract: Through December 2026, with potential for extension based on business needs and performance

• Openings: 2

• Level: One entry-level opportunity and one mid-to-senior-level opportunity

• Schedule Flexibility: Flexibility may be required based on laboratory activities and business needs

Position Overview

The FSQ Microbiology Analyst performs microbiological testing and related laboratory activities in accordance with approved methods, laboratory procedures, and ISO/IEC 17025 principles.

This role supports day-to-day laboratory operations by ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant execution of microbiological analyses, maintaining data integrity, supporting laboratory programs, and escalating deviations or atypical results to laboratory leadership.

Two opportunities are available, providing the opportunity to align responsibilities and experience level with the needs of the laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Operations

• Perform microbiological testing of raw materials, semi-finished products, finished products, and environmental samples using validated laboratory methods.

• Perform quantitative and qualitative microbiological analyses in accordance with approved procedures and ISO/IEC 17025 principles.

• Support daily microbiology laboratory activities, including:

  • Sample receiving and handling

  • Sample preparation and homogenization

  • Media preparation

  • Microbiological testing

  • Plate reading and colony counting

  • Data entry and result submission

  • Laboratory sanitation

• Participate in laboratory task or "bucket" rotations supporting routine activities and workflows.

• Follow laboratory SOPs, approved methods, safety procedures, and established quality requirements.

• Maintain accurate and complete laboratory records and documentation.

Technical & Project Support

• Support laboratory process, project, and continuous improvement activities as assigned.

• Provide technical data and input to laboratory leadership during investigations, deviations, and atypical result assessments.

• Support method validation, method verification, and proficiency testing activities, including sample preparation, testing, and documentation.

• Analyze and interpret laboratory data with strong attention to detail.

• Ensure accurate data entry, data integrity, and compliant reporting of laboratory results.

• Identify and escalate unexpected results, deviations, and non-conformances to laboratory leadership.

Laboratory Compliance & Quality Programs

• Support laboratory compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation requirements and applicable laboratory management programs.

• Participate in activities related to:

  • Proficiency testing

  • Data reporting and review

  • Equipment calibration and preventive maintenance programs

  • Intermediate equipment and laboratory verification activities

  • Facilities and utility management

  • Consumable and laboratory inventory management

  • Laboratory document control

• Report process and program non-conformances and support leadership with root cause analysis (RCA) and CAPA investigations.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives through data collection, process execution, and completion of assigned action items.

• Follow controlled procedures and documentation requirements, including accurate record completion and adherence to document revisions.

• Perform laboratory safety activities in accordance with established procedures, including safe work practices and hazardous waste management.

Qualifications

Entry-Level Opportunity:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or a related scientific discipline preferred.

• Approximately 1–2 years of relevant laboratory or microbiology experience.

• Experience with basic microbiological laboratory techniques and aseptic practices.

• Ability to accurately follow SOPs, validated methods, and laboratory procedures.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and laboratory compliance.

Mid-to-Senior-Level Opportunity:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or a related scientific discipline preferred.

• Relevant experience in a microbiology, quality, food safety, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other regulated laboratory environment.

• Strong understanding of microbiological testing, laboratory documentation, and quality systems.

• Experience supporting investigations, deviations, method validation/verification, proficiency testing, or continuous improvement initiatives is highly valued.

• Ability to provide technical input and work independently while supporting laboratory leadership and team objectives.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented microbiology professional who can work effectively in a structured, regulated laboratory environment. The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing routine microbiological testing with compliance activities, documentation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

For the more experienced opening, candidates who can operate with greater independence and provide technical support during investigations and laboratory projects will be especially well aligned.

Pay Details: $25.00 to $35.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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