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Responsible for assisting the Supervisor with duties in the assigned production area while ensuring that job tasks, assignments, and rotations are followed. The Lead will also be responsible for performing a variety of production focused tasks to support the daily production goals.

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Key Responsibilities

•Follows direction of Production Supervisor to assign and instruct personnel of daily production duties.

•Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns.

•Provide accurate and timely feedback to supervisor regarding any issues or problems that may arise during daily production.

•Helps coordinate daily set-up of equipment to ensure the line is prepared to run on time.

•Complete required checks and measurements, record accurately.

•Assist in training and developing staff to ensure a quality product.

•Assist with new hire ergonomic evaluations and performance evaluations.

•Position is required to work before department start time in order to assist with area set-ups.

•Accountable to maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours.

•Flexible to work weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)

·Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

·Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical.

·Must be able to use basic math and typing skills

·Must be willing to work overtime and flexible shifts as required

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Follows all safety, USDA, and GMP policies and guidelines.

•Maintain a clean and organized work area.

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

•Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions & policies.

•Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and possess good leadership skills.

•Must have working knowledge of all positions on the line.

•Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

•Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions & policies.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Some positions may require the ability to read, write, and/or speak English. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

•Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities.

•Must be able to work in damp and cold environments for long periods of time

•Must be physically capable of working extended hours if needed and in a wet environment, standing for long periods of time, and operating processing equipment.

•This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.

•Must be able work with raw and/or cooked meat

•The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball 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.

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.

Performs a variety of quality and/or safety checks to ensure compliance with quality standards, reliability standards, and all specifications. Assists with troubleshooting and resolving quality issues through audits, sampling, inspection, and functional testing. Supports implementation of new quality processes.  

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day.  We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.  

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed.   At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!  

Key Responsibilities

1. 
   
2. Monitors processes to ensure compliance with food safety, regulatory and company compliance, including GMP, HACCP, and SOPs.
   
3. Collects microbiological and product samples for testing and evaluation.
   
4. Performs checks of product quality against specifications.
   
5. Assists with audits of the process, GMP’s, food safety, and customer audits.
   
6. Investigates issues related to Quality and Food Safety.
   
7. Records findings and assists with troubleshooting quality, safety, or sanitation issues.
   
8. Applies holds to nonconforming products and materials.
   
9. Assists with product improvement projects.
   
10. Assists with data verification and quality metrics reporting.
    

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)

• 
  
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
  
• 1+ year of experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Butterball Core Competencies

Caring about people, valuing contributions, and empowering to succeed is the Butterball Way. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to Butterball and seek to create an environment where everyone can thrive. Everyone has a seat at the table and is expected to embody our core competencies:

• 
  
• Safety First: We put safety first. The health, safety, and well-being of our people, products, and turkeys is everyone's responsibility and everyone's jobs.
  
• Integrity: We trust each other to do the right thing. We act with integrity and gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, respect, and authenticity.
  
• Stewardship: We take care of what matters. We are accountable to our commitments and take responsibility for the well-being of our teams, our quality, our customers, our business, our brand, and our communities. We are always answerable for our actions and those we lead.
  
• Enthusiastic Attitudes: We create a climate where everyone feels they belong and can be engaged, every day. Where our people are enthusiastic and motivated to do their best and work together to make great things happen.
  
• Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuous improvement. We challenge ourselves and our company to constantly learn, develop, grow, improve, and innovate.
  

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 
  
• Knowledge of workplace safety rules
  
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes
  
• Good math skills
  
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
  
• Good communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact at all levels
  
• Excellent attention to detail
  
• Firm problem-solving, organization, time-management, and critical thinking skills
  
• Ability to understand and follow directions to ensure compliance with all applicable standards and regulations
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Demands

• 
  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
  

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

• 
  
• Work will be performed in a variety of conditions. Occasionally in a climate-controlled office environment(s) and primarily in a manufacturing plant environment with varying conditions, such as cold areas, wet areas, warm areas, chemicals, and other site conditions. This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.
  
• The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.
  
• Occasional travel may be required.
  

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball 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. 

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. 

Responsible for assisting the Supervisor with duties in the assigned production area while ensuring that job tasks, assignments, and rotations are followed. The Lead will also be responsible for performing a variety of production focused tasks to support the daily production goals.

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Key Responsibilities

•Follows direction of Production Supervisor to assign and instruct personnel of daily production duties.

•Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns.

•Provide accurate and timely feedback to supervisor regarding any issues or problems that may arise during daily production.

•Helps coordinate daily set-up of equipment to ensure the line is prepared to run on time.

•Complete required checks and measurements, record accurately.

•Assist in training and developing staff to ensure a quality product.

•Assist with new hire ergonomic evaluations and performance evaluations.

•Position is required to work before department start time in order to assist with area set-ups.

•Accountable to maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours.

•Flexible to work weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)

·Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

·Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical.

·Must be able to use basic math and typing skills

·Must be willing to work overtime and flexible shifts as required

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Follows all safety, USDA, and GMP policies and guidelines.

•Maintain a clean and organized work area.

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

•Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions & policies.

•Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and possess good leadership skills.

•Must have working knowledge of all positions on the line.

•Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

•Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions & policies.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Some positions may require the ability to read, write, and/or speak English. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

•Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities.

•Must be able to work in damp and cold environments for long periods of time

•Must be physically capable of working extended hours if needed and in a wet environment, standing for long periods of time, and operating processing equipment.

•This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.

•Must be able work with raw and/or cooked meat

•The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball 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.

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.

Responsible for assisting the Supervisor with duties in the assigned production area while ensuring that job tasks, assignments, and rotations are followed. The Lead will also be responsible for performing a variety of production focused tasks to support the daily production goals.

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Key Responsibilities

•Follows direction of Production Supervisor to assign and instruct personnel of daily production duties.

•Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns.

•Provide accurate and timely feedback to supervisor regarding any issues or problems that may arise during daily production.

•Helps coordinate daily set-up of equipment to ensure the line is prepared to run on time.

•Complete required checks and measurements, record accurately.

•Assist in training and developing staff to ensure a quality product.

•Assist with new hire ergonomic evaluations and performance evaluations.

•Position is required to work before department start time in order to assist with area set-ups.

•Accountable to maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours.

•Flexible to work weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)

·Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

·Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical.

·Must be able to use basic math and typing skills

·Must be willing to work overtime and flexible shifts as required

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Follows all safety, USDA, and GMP policies and guidelines.

•Maintain a clean and organized work area.

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

•Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions & policies.

•Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and possess good leadership skills.

•Must have working knowledge of all positions on the line.

•Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

•Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions & policies.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Some positions may require the ability to read, write, and/or speak English. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

•Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities.

•Must be able to work in damp and cold environments for long periods of time

•Must be physically capable of working extended hours if needed and in a wet environment, standing for long periods of time, and operating processing equipment.

•This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.

•Must be able work with raw and/or cooked meat

•The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball 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.

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.

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Lead Manufacturing Supervisor, the Processing Technician 2 is responsible for supporting the injection molding departments' operational goals. The primary responsibilities of this role will include Start-up of all down machines when ready, attending and actively participating in tech meetings, housekeeping, checking process parameters while ensuring all alarms are on and active, submitting first pieces to the Quality Lab, completing material changes, and setting scales. The Processing Technician 2 will provide troubleshooting support to the production group to correct problems. This role will act as the liaison between Production and the Process Engineering dept. This will be achieved by maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions and required documentation.

Essential Functions:

• 
  
  
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing and making recommendations for processing issues.
  
  
• Starting up presses after; changes (mold changes, conversions, material changes, etc.), rehangs, repairs, mold cleans, or other reasons
  
  
• Regrind and scrap management
  
  
• Assistance with Automation alarms and troubleshooting
  
  
• Enter all downtime and scrap codes accurately for future analysis using the Process Monitoring System (Mattec) as needed.
  
  
• Work with the Industrial Engineering team to ensure proper documentation is created and distributed regarding process sheets and deviations.
  
  
• Respond to inquiries and communicate with other company personnel using the company provided radio as well as follow radio etiquette and policy on a daily basis.
  
  
• Housekeeping (including purge, scrap parts, etc.) and proper storage of equipment, supplies etc.
  
  
• Assist in maintaining HellermannTyton's certifications by supporting: Corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.
  
  

Other Functions

• 
  
  
• Other duties may be assigned.
  
  
• Evaluate current state processing conditions and recommend improvement plans as needed.
  
  
• Developing procedures for production related duties that may be used as reference/training materials.
  
  
• Work on audit preparedness for both internal and external audits.
  
  
• Assist in maintaining HellermannTyton's certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures and work instructions.
  
  

Success in this role will require

• 
  
  
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills
  
  
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
  
  
• Must be detail orientated.
  
  
• Proven ability to work independently or within a team.
  
  
• Strong computer skills.
  
  
• Extensive knowledge of scientific injection molding principles and techniques.
  
  
• Extensive knowledge of DOE principles and techniques.
  
  
• Proven ability to prioritize and multi task.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• 
  
  
• High school diploma or equivalency, required.
  
  
• 3+ years experience as a Process Technician preferred.
  
  
• Must have demonstrated time management skills.
  
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  
• Excellent mechanical skills required.
  
  
• Must be able to lift push, and pull up to 75 lbs. and be able to stand/walk for 12 hours.
  
  
• Must be able to stand. Walk, and work for up to 12-hour shifts.
  
  
• Excellent troubleshooting skills required.
  
  
• Knowledge of SPC principles.
  
  
• Advanced education in the area of injection molding such as WCTC Apprenticeship program, Paulson Training, RJG training, etc. preferred
  
  

Rev. 6.17.2025

#LI-Onsite

#LI-KN1

By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.

HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Lead Manufacturing Supervisor, the Processing Technician 2 is responsible for supporting the injection molding departments' operational goals. The primary responsibilities of this role will include Start-up of all down machines when ready, attending and actively participating in tech meetings, housekeeping, checking process parameters while ensuring all alarms are on and active, submitting first pieces to the Quality Lab, completing material changes, and setting scales. The Processing Technician 2 will provide troubleshooting support to the production group to correct problems. This role will act as the liaison between Production and the Process Engineering dept. This will be achieved by maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions and required documentation.

Essential Functions:

• 
  
  
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing and making recommendations for processing issues.
  
  
• Starting up presses after; changes (mold changes, conversions, material changes, etc.), rehangs, repairs, mold cleans, or other reasons
  
  
• Regrind and scrap management
  
  
• Assistance with Automation alarms and troubleshooting
  
  
• Enter all downtime and scrap codes accurately for future analysis using the Process Monitoring System (Mattec) as needed.
  
  
• Work with the Industrial Engineering team to ensure proper documentation is created and distributed regarding process sheets and deviations.
  
  
• Respond to inquiries and communicate with other company personnel using the company provided radio as well as follow radio etiquette and policy on a daily basis.
  
  
• Housekeeping (including purge, scrap parts, etc.) and proper storage of equipment, supplies etc.
  
  
• Assist in maintaining HellermannTyton's certifications by supporting: Corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.
  
  

Other Functions

• 
  
  
• Other duties may be assigned.
  
  
• Evaluate current state processing conditions and recommend improvement plans as needed.
  
  
• Developing procedures for production related duties that may be used as reference/training materials.
  
  
• Work on audit preparedness for both internal and external audits.
  
  
• Assist in maintaining HellermannTyton's certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures and work instructions.
  
  

Success in this role will require

• 
  
  
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills
  
  
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
  
  
• Must be detail orientated.
  
  
• Proven ability to work independently or within a team.
  
  
• Strong computer skills.
  
  
• Extensive knowledge of scientific injection molding principles and techniques.
  
  
• Extensive knowledge of DOE principles and techniques.
  
  
• Proven ability to prioritize and multi task.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• 
  
  
• High school diploma or equivalency, required.
  
  
• 3+ years experience as a Process Technician preferred.
  
  
• Must have demonstrated time management skills.
  
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  
• Excellent mechanical skills required.
  
  
• Must be able to lift push, and pull up to 75 lbs. and be able to stand/walk for 12 hours.
  
  
• Must be able to stand. Walk, and work for up to 12-hour shifts.
  
  
• Excellent troubleshooting skills required.
  
  
• Knowledge of SPC principles.
  
  
• Advanced education in the area of injection molding such as WCTC Apprenticeship program, Paulson Training, RJG training, etc. preferred
  
  

Rev. 6.17.2025

#LI-KN1 #LI-Onsite

By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.

HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Position Title Specimen Processing Tech
- Night Shift
- Fri.

- Mon.

Nights
- Full Time Bell Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: The Specimen Processing Technician is a position within the clinical laboratory and microbiology that is responsible for managing specimens once they arrive in the department and handling multiple pre-analytical variables.

Depending on the area of the lab, this may include, but are not limited to: positive patient identification, correct tube types, specimen conditions and integrity and how they affect laboratory results.

The Specimen Processing Technician accepts samples in the laboratory and performs tasks including releasing orders out of the Hospital Information System (HIS), receiving specimens in the Laboratory Information System (LIS), and processing specimens to include aliquoting and preparation for the automation line.

The specimen Processing Technician troubleshoots specimen and order issues and communicates with care providers across the Health System.

The Specimen Processing Technician working in Microbiology is responsible for performing pre-analytic functions such as: specimen receipt, sterile processing, specimen manipulation including sonication and tissue grinding, determination of appropriate culture media for different specimen types and plating.

The Specimen Processing Technician follows regulatory, accreditation, safety and hospital standards, policies and procedures, and participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Creates Registration encounters, releases orders out of HIS when indicated; receives samples in LIS; prints barcode labels and affixes labels to specimens.

Completes order entry functions or paperwork as required.

Ensures proper container type, centrifugation, specimen sterility, and transport conditions for specimens.

Ensures positive patient identification, correct specimen collection and handling/transport; performs specimen processing duties and prioritizes based on urgency Ensures the specimen and orders received are appropriate for requested testing.

Prioritizes specimens based on clinical urgency.

- Performs specimen processing duties including but not limited to: aliquoting urine and body fluid samples, supply storage, Kanban supply, inventory monitoring and storing patient samples appropriately.

In Microbiology, uses sterile techniques to handle, manipulate, and inoculate specimens on to culture media, including but not limited to determination of selecting the correct culture media based on specimen, order and protocols, sterile aliquoting, sonification and tissue grinding.

Assists in pathology specimen preservation, by adding formalin to specimens, and/or paging residents or providers as needed.

Fields inquiries and communicates information in written and verbal formats.

Answers the phone and provides customer service to internal and external customers following established standards.

Consults Specimen Processing Coordinator, supervisor or lab leadership when appropriate.

Assists other staff with processing questions or automation line issues.

Assists with training new hires, students, or medical students, if applicable.

Disposes of bio-hazardous materials, chemical waste, sharps and other potentially hazardous materials according to policy and strictly adheres to safety and infection control procedures.

Uses and wears PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as necessary to perform job duties safely and minimize risk.

Other duties as assigned.

Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit.

Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience High School Graduate 6 months of experience in a clinical laboratory
- working with biological specimens Preferred Education and Experience Completion of a Phlebotomy program 1 or more years of experience in specimen collection and processing.

Required Licensure and Certification If required by position to be filled, must obtain Department of Transportation and International Air Transportation Association certification within 180 Days Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID: R-46315 Important information for you to know as you apply: The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion .

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link .

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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