Lab Chemist – A Shift – Storm Lake Plant (Storm Lake, IA)

Job description

Job Details: SUMMARY: Responsibilities will vary from performing a single procedure or work instruction to executing multiple analytical, microbiological, or quality system procedures within a Food Safety Laboratory. Precision and accuracy in performing work instructions and data collection are essential. The team member must be able to maintain ISO records for process control and comply with all quality system and safety requirements. Initial proficiency testing must be successfully completed, with competency verified at least annually thereafter. The team member will be required to demonstrate continued proficiency and growth following training. Other duties may be assigned as needed. REQUIREMENTS: Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required. College-level coursework or a degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, and/or Physical Sciences is preferred. Experience: Laboratory experience is preferred. Computer Skills: General knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications is required. Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills are required. Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift with a meal break. Must be physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Supervisory: Not applicable. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Candidates considering further education after degree completion should highlight this on their resume. We strongly encourage candidates to attach a current resume in PDF or Word Document format. Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: A Shift (United States of America) Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended. Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more. If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here . Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.