Lab Chemist - 1st Shift - (RVI) Texarkana, AR

Tyson Foods•Texarkana, AR

10d

About The Position

The Lab Chemist performs one or more analytical, microbiological, or quality-system procedures and work instructions in a food safety laboratory. Precision and accuracy in performing procedures and collecting data are essential. The role maintains ISO records for process control and complies with quality-system and safety requirements. Initial proficiency testing must be passed, and competency is verified at least annually. After training, the team member is expected to demonstrate proficiency and growth and may perform other duties as assigned. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. College-level courses or a degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, food science, or physical sciences are preferred, as is laboratory experience. General knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications and good verbal and written communication skills are also expected. The role requires standing and/or sitting continuously and performing job functions throughout a full shift with a meal break. The successful candidate must be able to perform the stated physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
General knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift with a meal break.
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, following company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs.

Nice To Haves

College-level courses or a degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, food science, or physical sciences.
Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform analytical, microbiological, or quality-system procedures and work instructions in a food safety laboratory.
Collect data accurately and precisely.
Maintain ISO records for process control.
Comply with quality-system and safety requirements.
Pass initial proficiency testing and demonstrate competency at least annually thereafter.
Demonstrate proficiency and growth after training.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Use approved AI tools responsibly, safeguard sensitive information, follow company policies, and critically validate AI-generated outputs.