Lab Monitoring Technician I

Job Description Summary:

The goal of this role is to manage the day-to-day operations of the technical aspects of the laboratory quality system. This individual will coordinate the activities required to meet ISO technical requirements; monitor and advise on how the system is performing; as well as distribute reports regarding performance. They will liaise with other internal Lab Quality and Technical Specialists to ensure compliance.

• Works under direct supervision with a Level II or III DNA Monitoring Tech as they learn new role
• Less than 1 year of experience or cannot work fully independently, must show proficiency for tasks allowed to complete independently
• Keep materials organized and be aware of all birds in pen area
• Obtain quality blood samples with minimal stress for birds
• Ensure that blood samples are organized and the correct wingband is assigned to it  
• Maintain sufficient inventory of DNA supplies to prevent work delays at farm level 
• Responsible for the quality of work performed as well as the quality of the product produced
• Maintain pen, house, and own supply hygiene
• Is able to identify wingband placement and can change wingbands
• Is a team player and communicates effectively with team and manager
• Reports welfare, biosecurity, equipment, and other concerns to responsible party, team, and/or manager
• 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 by manager

Requirements:

• High school diploma required
• Comfortable with the use of technology
• Ability to communicate orally, written, and via email
• Works well with others and supports the team where needed
• 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

Other Conditions:

• Candidate must be comfortable handling farm samples while maintaining sample integrity
• 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

Benefits:

Aviagen provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well-being of our employees. Aviagen offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of Plan documents. Additionally, you will be eligible for company observed paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.

Work Authorization:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at time of hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

EEOC Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.