Hatchery Lab Quality & Data Technician I

Aviagen; Elkmont (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Teladoc

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aviagen in Elkmont, Alabama, seeks a Hatchery Lab Quality Technician to manage the day-to-day operations of the hatchery laboratory quality system and coordinate with Technical Specialists to ensure ISO 17025 compliance. The role involves processing samples, maintaining biosecurity, inventory, and reporting performance.

Responsibilities include lab testing, media preparation, data entry, and weekend rotations as needed, with strict adherence to safety and biosecurity policies.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Aviagen in Elkmont, Alabama, seeks a Hatchery Lab Quality Technician to manage the day-to-day operations of the hatchery laboratory quality system and coordinate with Technical Specialists to ensure ISO 17025 compliance. The role involves processing samples, maintaining biosecurity, inventory, and reporting performance.

Responsibilities include lab testing, media preparation, data entry, and weekend rotations as needed, with strict adherence to safety and biosecurity policies.