About this opportunity
Aviagen lists this Lab Monitoring Technician opportunity in crossville, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Summary
This role plays a critical part in overall success of the farm operations within Aviagen's poultry farms. The Lab monitoring Technician has primary responsibility for collecting environmental, blood and swab samples to be transported back to the lab for analysis.
Schedule
Monday - Friday (6am-3pm)
Responsibilities
Collect environmental samples (dust, show covers, etc.) from the farms.
Assemble supplies necessary to perform the sample collections.
Obtain blood samples and prepare associated files for genomic lab testing
Ensure the accuracy of samples taken for parental assignment
Assist with sample collection while remaining within the biosecurity matrix
Assist in basic laboratory work as requested by the supervisor.
Maintain sufficient inventory of DNA supplies to prevent work delays
Prepare and pack samples for shipment
Perform all routine departmental tests as directed by lab management
Responsible for the quality of work performed as well as the quality of the product produced.
Follow company policy and meet established procedures regarding bio-security, animal welfare, safety, ISO, drug, and alcohol policy.
Take on special projects and perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
Cannot own birds due to the risk of possible disease transmission.
High school diploma required.
Comfortable with the use of technology.
Ability to communicate orally, written, and via email.
Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to accomplish daily and weekly goals as well as deal with changing testing needs requested by supervisors.
Must be authorized to work in the United States of America.
Must successfully pass a background check and drug-screen prior to employment.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Willing to travel to different farms in the Upper Cumberland area to collect samples.
Other Conditions
Candidate must be comfortable handling farm samples while maintaining sample integrity and lab safety.
Candidate should have the ability to remain cognizant of surroundings, task at hand, aberrant results, potential contamination, and general data collecting practices.
For bio-security purposes, candidate cannot own or house any wild or domesticated avian species.
Candidate must adhere to a strict 72-hour quarantine period after contact with non-Aviagen avian species.
Many tasks performed in this role may require repetitive bending, lifting, kneeling, standing, walking, and contact with live animals.
We play a leading role in feeding the world's future generations. We bring smart, passionate people together and watch amazing things happen!
Working at Aviagen presents career opportunities that impact an industry. We encourage people to bring their experience and knowledge and help work on complex issues that will shape the future of the poultry industry. In an environment that promotes innovation and progressive approaches to problem solving, Aviagen is working today to be ready for what tomorrow may bring.
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Worksite address
crossville, TN, 38555, US
Who can apply
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