Laboratory Technician II

Aviagen • Walpole, NH

3d

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician II processes and analyzes samples collected from production sites with little to no supervision, ensuring company procedures and programs are followed. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to produce quality work efficiently and cost effectively. The technician performs routine laboratory tests, prepares media and solutions, enters and reviews sample data and results, and supports quality monitoring. The position also involves maintaining laboratory supplies, hygiene, and equipment; participating in research trials and proficiency testing under direct supervision; and helping train Laboratory Technician I employees. Weekend rotations may be required. The role includes working indoors year-round and, in some situations, outdoors, with exposure to laboratory and farm-related conditions.

Requirements

• College degree and 0–2 years of laboratory experience, or high school diploma or equivalent with 1–2 years of relevant work experience or coursework.
• Attention to detail and a desire to produce quality work.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of quality while working efficiently and cost effectively.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods and traverse uneven terrain safely.
• Ability to frequently carry or lift objects and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring hand and wrist dexterity.
• Ability to safely pick up materials stored at ground level and apply 50 pounds of force to push carts.
• Ability to frequently kneel or squat and perform tasks at floor level or on knees.
• Ability to wear task-required PPE, such as safety glasses, work gloves, and work shoes.
• Ability to work around airborne particles, chemicals, vaccines, blood and other bodily fluids, farm-related smells and foul odors, and very hot or cold temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sufficient inventory of laboratory supplies to prevent work delays.
• Accurately process samples in a time-efficient manner.
• Follow procedures outlined in laboratory work instructions.
• Perform assigned routine laboratory tests with little to no supervision.
• Prepare media and solutions used within the laboratory.
• Participate in research trials and proficiency testing schemes under direct supervision.
• Enter samples and results into the laboratory data management system.
• Review completed testing and report results.
• Work weekend rotations as necessary and attend during normal or assigned working hours.
• Follow company policies and established requirements regarding biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, ISO 17025 accreditation, and drugs and alcohol.
• Assist in training Laboratory Technician I employees with little to no supervision.
• Maintain good hygiene in the laboratory workspace and for equipment and tools used.
• Assist in monitoring the quality of work performed and the quality of products produced within the laboratory.
• Perform other duties as required by Laboratory Management.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Teladoc
• Short-Term Disability coverage
• Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company-observed paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on hire date

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED