Lab Chemist- Wilkesboro, NC- 1st Shift

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

Job Details:

Lab Chemist

Responsibilities in a food safety laboratory will vary from performing one procedure or work instruction to a number of chemistry, analytical, microbiological, or quality system procedures or work instructions. Precision and accuracy in performing applicable work instructions and data collection are essential. Team members will be required to demonstrate proficiency and growth after training.

Major Responsibilities

• Able to perform complex work instructions and/or operate sophisticated equipment without close supervision.
• Able to work independently and resolve routine problems.
• Assist in planning, development, method modification, validation, and evaluation of new or existing testing applications and test results.
• Maintain ISO records for process control and comply with quality system and safety requirements.
• Will be expected to cross-train and be capable of substituting for absent team members in specific areas, and comply with quality system and safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and/or Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of ahigh school diploma (or equivalent experience). College-level courses or adegree in chemistry, microbiology, or a related science field preferred.
• Experience and/or Expertise: Previous laboratory experience or technical training in a related field preferred.
• Communication Skills: Good reading, verbal, and written communication skills are required.
• Computer Skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and LabWare LIMS applications.

Training Programs

The training needs for this job classification have been assessed by the appropriate management team member and are listed in the LIMS Training Manager. The amount and level of training required is dependent on the level of responsibility authorized to team members assigned with this job classification.

Managerial Duties

No management duties are associated with this job classification.

This role does not support sponsorship and you must reside in the US.

Work Hours- 8:00am -4:30pm EST

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education
• Discount Program

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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