Hatchery Lab Technician I

Job Description Summary

The goal of this role is to manage the day-to-day operations of the technical aspects of the hatchery laboratory quality system. This individual will coordinate the activities required to meet ISO technical requirements; monitor and advise on how the system is performing; as well as distribute reports regarding performance. They will liaise with other internal Hatchery Lab Quality and Technical Specialists to ensure compliance.Job Description:

• Must be able to work extremely flexible hours as the hatchery operates at varying start times throughout the week to align with logistics and transportation.

• Must be comfortable working early mornings and/or late afternoons.

• Must maintain daily biosecurity by showering into the hatchery facility and showering out of the hatchery facility each day.

• Maintain sufficient inventory of laboratory supplies to prevent work delays.

• Accurately process samples in a time efficient manner.

• Follow procedures as outlined in laboratory work instructions.

• Perform assigned routine laboratory tests under direct supervision.

• Prepare media and solutions used within the laboratory.

• Enter samples and results into the laboratory data management system

• Be willing to work weekend rotations, as necessary.

• Follow company policy and meet established requirements regarding

biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, ISO 17025 accreditation, and drugs and

alcohol.

• Attendance during normal working hours or assigned working schedule, as

determined by Laboratory Management.

• Maintain good laboratory hygiene in regards to the work space, equipment, or

tools utilized.

• May perform other duties as required by Laboratory Management.

Physical Requirements

• A person in this position will be expected to walk/stand for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to move safely over/traverse uneven terrain.

• Frequently carry/lift objects and equipment weighing up to 20lbs.

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks that require hand/wrist dexterity.

• Must be able to safely pick up materials stored at ground level.

• Must be able to apply 50 lbs. of force to push carts.

• Ability to frequently kneel/squat.

• Must be capable of performing tasks squatting at floor level or on knees.

• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks.

• Ability to wear work-required PPE for identified tasks, such as safety glasses,

work gloves, work shoes, etc.

• Exposed at times to airborne particles, such as dust and dander.

• Over the course of assigned tasks, a person in this position will be exposed to

chemicals, such as detergents, disinfectants, and vaccines.

• Will have to conduct work inside year round. Some situations may require work outside.

• May be exposed to very hot and cold temperatures.

• Will be exposed to hatchery and farm related smells and foul odors.

• While handling samples, a person in this position may be exposed to blood and other bodily fluids.

Other Conditions

• Candidate must be comfortable handling hatchery and farm samples while maintaining sample integrity
• 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

USA Benefits

Aviagen provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well-being of our employees. Aviagen offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of Plan documents. Additionally, you will be eligible for company observed paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.

EEOC Statement

• We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
• consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
• origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected
• by law.