Farm Monitoring Technician

Aviagen•Elkmont, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves obtaining blood samples and preparing associated files for genomic lab testing, ensuring accuracy for parental assignment. The technician will assist with sample collection while adhering to biosecurity protocols, maintaining an adequate inventory of DNA supplies, and preparing samples for shipment. Responsibilities include performing routine departmental tests, ensuring the quality of work and product, and maintaining laboratory and pen hygiene. The position requires adherence to company policies regarding bio-security, animal welfare, safety, ISO, and drug/alcohol policies. Special projects and other assigned duties are also part of the role.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Comfortable with the use of technology
Ability to communicate orally, written, and via email
Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to accomplish daily and weekly goals as well as deal with changing testing needs requested by supervisors
Must be authorized to work in the United States of America
Must successfully pass a background check and drug-screen prior to employment
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Candidate must be comfortable handling farm samples while maintaining sample integrity and lab safety
Candidate should have the ability to remain cognizant of surroundings, task at hand, aberrant results, potential contamination, and general data collecting practices
For bio-security purposes, candidate cannot own or house any wild or domesticated avian species
Candidate must adhere to a strict 72-hour quarantine period after contact with non-Hubbard avian species
Many tasks performed in this role may require repetitive bending, lifting, kneeling, standing, walking, and contact with live animals

Responsibilities

Obtain blood samples and prepare associated files for genomic lab testing
Ensure the accuracy of samples taken for parental assignment
Assist with sample collection while remaining within the biosecurity matrix
Maintain sufficient inventory of DNA supplies to prevent work delays
Prepare and pack samples for shipment
Perform all routine departmental tests as directed by lab management
Responsible for the quality of work performed as well as the quality of the product produced
Maintain laboratory and pen hygiene
Follow company policy and meet established procedures regarding bio-security, animal welfare, safety, ISO, drug, and alcohol policy
Take on special projects and perform all other duties as assigned