Lab Monitoring Technician I

Aviagen•Elkmont, AL

About The Position

The Lab Monitoring Technician I obtains blood samples and prepares associated files for genomic laboratory testing. The technician organizes materials, prepares the pen area, confirms that samples match their associated bands and placement numbers, and ensures sample accuracy for parental assignment. The role includes collecting samples within the biosecurity matrix, maintaining inventory to prevent delays, preparing samples for shipment, and performing routine departmental tests as directed by lab management. The technician is responsible for the quality of their work and the resulting product, and maintains laboratory and pen hygiene. They follow company policies and established procedures for biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, ISO, and drug and alcohol policies. The role also includes special projects and other duties as assigned. Candidates must be comfortable handling farm samples while protecting sample integrity and lab safety. For biosecurity purposes, they cannot own or house wild or domesticated avian species and must observe a strict 72-hour quarantine after contact with non-Aviagen avian species. Many tasks involve repetitive bending, lifting, kneeling, standing, walking, and contact with live animals.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Comfortable with the use of technology.
Ability to communicate orally, in writing, and via email.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to accomplish daily and weekly goals and handle 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 before employment.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must be comfortable handling farm samples while maintaining sample integrity and lab safety.
Ability to remain cognizant of surroundings, the task at hand, aberrant results, potential contamination, and general data-collecting practices.
Cannot own or house any wild or domesticated avian species for biosecurity purposes.
Must adhere to a strict 72-hour quarantine period after contact with non-Aviagen avian species.

Responsibilities

Obtain blood samples and prepare associated files for genomic lab testing.
Organize materials and prepare the pen area.
Ensure samples accurately match associated bands and placement numbers.
Ensure the accuracy of samples taken for parental assignment.
Complete sample collection while remaining within the biosecurity matrix.
Maintain sufficient inventory of supplies to prevent work delays.
Prepare and pack samples for shipment.
Perform routine departmental tests as directed by lab management.
Maintain the quality of work performed and the quality of the product produced.
Maintain laboratory and pen hygiene.
Follow company policy and established procedures regarding biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, ISO, and drug and alcohol policy.
Take on special projects and perform all other duties as assigned.