Food Safety Lab Chemist - Precision Analytics & QA

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Lab Chemist for its food safety laboratory. The role involves performing chemistry, microbiology, and quality-system procedures with emphasis on precision and accurate data collection after training.

You will work in a fast-paced team and contribute to ongoing method development and validation. Responsibilities include following complex work instructions, operating sophisticated equipment with minimal supervision, maintaining ISO records, and cross-training to

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college-level chemistry/microbiology coursework preferred.
• Prior lab experience or technical training preferred.
• Good reading, verbal and written communication required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and LabWare LIMS.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex procedures and operate equipment with minimal supervision.
• Work independently and resolve routine problems.
• Assist in planning and validating new testing methods.
• Maintain ISO records and comply with quality and safety requirements.
• Cross-train and substitute for absent team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

LabWare LIMS

Education

High school diploma

Chemistry or Microbiology degree (preferred)

Tools

LabWare LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Lab Chemist for its food safety laboratory. The role involves performing chemistry, microbiology, and quality-system procedures with emphasis on precision and accurate data collection after training.

You will work in a fast-paced team and contribute to ongoing method development and validation. Responsibilities include following complex work instructions, operating sophisticated equipment with minimal supervision, maintaining ISO records, and cross-training to