Job Description Insight Global is looking to hire a laboratory technician for a client of ours in the Battle Creek, MI area. Below are general responsibilities.   ○ Complete laboratory testing on all incoming samples in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner; ensure sample turnaround time goals are met or exceeded.   ○ Sample preparation, processing detection sponges, plate reading.   ○ Responsible for preparatory processing of incoming samples, in compliance with all applicable standard operating procedures and quality systems.   ○ Care and maintenance of equipment associated with this testing. Hourly rate for this position ranges between $16.00 and $18.00 and is dependent on years of experience, education, and skill set coming in with. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements HS Education. Basic knowledge of laboratory practices or willingness to be trained. Excellent communication and professionalism. Attention to detail, excellent work ethic, self sufficient mindset. AS or BS Degree in Microbiology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field. Experience in plating, plate reading, and sample preparation. Experience in a food testing lab or other lab testing settings. null We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.