Pathogen Technician

Pathogen Technician responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Follows instructions on project methodology from laboratory management staff

Ensures correctness and accuracy of information presented to Food Safety Center on samples

Makes note of any sample and chain of custody differences in appropriate sample discrepancy logbook

Efficiently performs tasks with a focus on speed and accuracy, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high quality and productivity standards in all assigned duties

Run tests as specified for National Beef and as directed by laboratory management

Inputs all data and information from received samples into electronic data base system

Prints and fills out required paperwork for samples received during shift

Responsible for following all policies, procedures, and protocols as approved by upper management for sample setup

Read tests results on all samples being analyzed

Checks completed paperwork for accuracy and as a part of the dual check program will check other technicians work before turning it in

Assists the inventory clerk, when needed, with the receiving of incoming supplies, recording of data into receiving logbook (s) and stocking

Inspects all received supplies making note of the condition, lot numbers, and expiration dates in the appropriate supply usage log.

Assists with the daily monitoring of temperature accuracy and records all temperatures for incubators, refrigerators, and freezers on log-sheet

Enters results and prints completed reports for issuance while maintaining accuracy of all data outlined in the reports

Issues completed reports for received samples to appropriate customers

Properly implements all procedure modifications as outlined by laboratory management staff

Directs all question concerning reports to a member of laboratory management staff

Completes media growth and sterility quality assurance controls

Responsible for maintaining adequate levels of testing supplies

Completes supply re-order log for needed supplies

Ensures specified daily housekeeping duties are performed

Responsible for completing weekly housekeeping tasks and log sheet

Utilizes any available time to cross train in other areas

Assists laboratory technicians in other areas in day to day duties when time permits or when needed

Responsible for maintaining accurate records for quality system traceability

Ensures all decontamination steps for all samples that have been completed

Completes all environmental quality assurance checks

Carries out necessary testing as outlined by laboratory management for any pending results that have been determined by other team members

Performs and completes any other duties assigned by FSCML management staff This position is a safety sensitive position. This is an On-Site position.

Qualified Candidates for the Pathogen Technician should possess the following:

Good written/oral communication skills in English

Self-Starter while being a team player

Ability to handle multi-tasking - not afraid to get dirty

Excellent organizational skills which allows for multitasking is a must

Previous laboratory experience or science related course work preferred (must provide credentials/college completed course work)

Excellent customer service skills with all levels- Upper management, Vendors, and production employees

Must possess computer skills in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, Access, Power-Point, Outlook/email)

Schedule flexibility, including additional hours and weekends as needed

Must be willing to be cross trained in many facets of laboratory work Must be at least 18 years of age or older. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

National Beef of Dodge City, Kansas is seeking a qualified professional to fill the position of Pathogen Technician. With competitive pay and benefits, stable work, and an environment that is caring and supportive, National Beef could become your next career move! Competitive Wages and Benefits: Family-friendly benefits including Health, Dental and Vision Paid vacation Paid holidays Employee meat purchase program

National Beef is a leader in producing fresh, chilled and further processed beef products for customers in the U.S. and worldwide. We offer a variety of employment opportunities in our production, packaging, and hide tanning facilities that stretch from the western plains to the east coast. We strive to be the preferred employer in every one of those communities, whether it’s measured by the number of people employed or the good we do in the area. We invite you to join our family, wherever you call home.