Veterinary Lab Tech 1

Murphy-Brown LLC; Rose Hill (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Package Available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a laboratory support role in Rose Hill, NC. You will prepare and produce vaccines, handle samples for diagnostic testing, and maintain QC routines in a fast-paced, safety‑driven environment.

The position offers $15.75 hourly with potential to grow into diagnostic testing tasks and broader responsibilities within the lab team, including regulatory paperwork and inventory management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Lab Experience preferred.
• Basic swine knowledge preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge required (Microsoft Office programs).
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Respectful, approachable and team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce vaccines and run quality control routines.
• Sample handling for all diagnostic testing.
• Mix medications as needed by production.
• Perform general housekeeping and stock inventory.
• Move into performing diagnostic testing if desired and achieve high quality results.
• Environment is customer service oriented, fast paced, and requires a willingness to learn.
• Identify and prepare samples for internal and external diagnostic testing without supervision.
• Prepare laboratory/regulatory paperwork for testing.
• Vaccine production and quality control.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including autoclaves, incubators, centrifuges, water bath, pumps, BIO-Tec reader, water distillation machine, automatic wall washer, thermal cycler, freezers and more.
• Good communication skills and customer service oriented attitude.
• Back up administrative assistant position when needed.
• Operate UPS shipping system.
• Manage Biohazard handling and sample disposal.
• Perform tasks which may have objectionable odors.
• Perform procedures involving chemicals.
• Follow all IPS (safety), EMS, and laboratory policies.
• Follow IATA 1.5 diagnostic shipping regulations.
• Supports testing performed by Level 2 lab technicians.

Skills

Lab Experience

Basic swine knowledge

Basic computer knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Your Opportunity Compensation $15.75 hourly.

Core Responsibilities

• Position will prepare and produce vaccines and run quality control routines.
• Sample handling for all diagnostic testing.
• Mix medications as needed by production.
• Perform general housekeeping and stock inventory.
• Position will have the opportunity to move into performing diagnostic testing if desired and will be required to achieve high quality results.
• Environment is customer service oriented, fast paced, and requires a willingness to learn.
• Identify and prepare samples for internal and external diagnostic testing without supervision.
• Prepare laboratory/regulatory paperwork for testing.
• Vaccine production and quality control.
• May perform laboratory testing such as: SIV ELISA, PRRS ELISA, M. hyo ELISA, fecal floatation, TPC, Quality Control Testing, PCR testing for PRRS, TGE and other diseases.
• Work in fast paced environment with efficiency and accuracy, including computer-based data.
• Manage and prioritize daily schedule with minimal supervision.
• Maintain inventory and purchase supplies.
• Clean and sanitize laboratory containers and tools.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including: autoclaves, incubators, centrifuges, water bath, pumps, BIO-Tec reader, water distillation machine, automatic wall washer, thermal cycler, freezers and more.
• Good communication skills and customer service oriented attitude.
• Back up administrative assistant position when needed.
• Operate UPS shipping system.
• Manage Biohazard handling and sample disposal.
• Perform tasks which may have objectionable odors.
• Perform procedures involving chemicals.
• Follow all IPS (safety), EMS, and laboratory policies.
• Follow IATA 1.5 diagnostic shipping regulations.
• Supports testing performed by Level 2 lab technicians.
• Work schedule may require flexibility including ability to work weekend days, holidays or evenings once candidate has demonstrated necessary technical ability.
• Support Genetics department with hair inventory system.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Lab Experience preferred
• Basic swine knowledge preferred
• Basic computer knowledge required (Microsoft Office programs)
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch and talk or hear.
• Must be able to perform tasks which may have objectionable odors
• Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, and odors.

Relocation Package Available

No EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.

Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.

Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com.

Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.