Butterball, LLC, one of America's most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices. We are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our company's measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success
The Animal Care/Laboratory Assistant (PT) will provide timely support for the organization and management of any third-party audit(s). This individual will be responsible for maintaining up-to-date records of all Butterball internal auditing. Provide physical and organizational support for ongoing research projects taking place in the plant and on farms. While in the laboratory, perform standardized qualitative and quantitative assays to determine physical, chemical, and microbiological properties of food products and other samples. Perform laboratory preparation activities and analyses to provide useful, accurate technical information to necessary personnel. Accurately record results and data and maintain corresponding databases.
Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:
Receives, logs, and stores laboratory samples.
Prepares standard solutions and reagents for use in microbiological/chemical testing.
Maintain stock of lab materials.
Perform routine maintenance of lab equipment.
Routine verification/calibration of lab equipment.
Perform microbiological analyses of food ingredients, raw and finished food samples, and environmental samples using established microbiological methods and procedures.
Enter sample and test data into computer databases to ensure products are meeting published customer service standards.
Record and compile test results and prepare graphs, charts, and reports.
Organizes historical Quality Assurance (QA) records.
Provides support with administrative tasks.
Serves as a liaison between the QA team and other departments by facilitating effective communication.
Provide support for ongoing QA special projects in plant and on farm.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Exceptional ability to organize and manage tasks.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with impressive presentation abilities.
Strong time management abilities.
Capable of independently accomplishing assigned tasks.
Ability to follow workplace, food safety, biosecurity, and animal care policies/procedures.
Proficiency in use of word processing and spreadsheet software.
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and their applications.
Use scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Working Conditions:
Standing for prolonged periods of time.
Gripping, grasping, or twisting using hands and wrists.
Bending and/or stooping repetitively throughout the duration of shift.
Working with live animals in a farm environment.
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
Reliable transportation & a valid driver's license are required.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball's Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.