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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Pathogen Technician - **Company:** National Beef Packing Company, Llc - **Location:** Dodge City, KS, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Databases, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13635276 ## About the Role 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. ## Description 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. 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