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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.

Core Responsibilities

• Identify and prepare samples for internal and external diagnostic testing without supervision. Prepare laboratory/regulatory paperwork for testing with seamless communication between field staff and diagnostic laboratory service providers.
• Monitor all submissions for 'best practice incentives', providing feedback to those making sample submissions to optimize incentives.
• Vaccine production and quality control.
• Work in fast paced environment with efficiency and accuracy, including computer-based data. Manage and prioritize daily schedule with minimal supervision.
• Maintain results from diagnostic monitoring programs to aid veterinary team in health-based decisions.
• Maintain inventory and purchase supplies.
• Produce field sampling kits for distribution to production specialists and farm managers.
• 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. Maintain documentation for auditing purposes.
• Follow IATA 1.5 diagnostic shipping regulations.
• Work schedule may require flexibility including ability to work weekend days, holidays or evenings once candidate has demonstrated necessary technical ability.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 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.

EEO/AA 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.

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