Lab Chemist- Wilkesboro, NC- 1st Shift

Tyson Foods•Wilkesboro, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Chemist performs work in a food safety laboratory, ranging from individual procedures and work instructions to multiple chemistry, analytical, microbiological, or quality-system procedures. Precision and accuracy in carrying out instructions and collecting data are essential. Team members are expected to demonstrate proficiency and growth after training. The role requires working independently on complex procedures or sophisticated equipment, resolving routine problems, and assisting with development, modification, validation, and evaluation of testing applications and results. The chemist maintains ISO process-control records and complies with quality-system and safety requirements. Cross-training and coverage for absent team members in specified areas are expected. This position is based in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, and works first shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The role does not support sponsorship, and applicants must reside in the United States. No management duties are associated with this classification.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent experience.
Good reading, verbal, and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and LabWare LIMS applications.
Must reside in the United States; the role does not support sponsorship.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

College-level courses or a degree in chemistry, microbiology, or a related science field.
Previous laboratory experience or technical training in a related field.

Responsibilities

Perform chemistry, analytical, microbiological, or quality-system procedures and work instructions in a food safety laboratory.
Operate sophisticated equipment and complete complex work instructions without close supervision.
Work independently and resolve routine problems.
Assist in planning, developing, modifying, validating, and evaluating new or existing testing applications and test results.
Maintain ISO records for process control and comply with quality-system and safety requirements.
Cross-train and substitute for absent team members in designated areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Use approved AI tools responsibly, protect sensitive information, follow company policies, validate AI-generated outputs, and exercise professional judgment.