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Lab Microbiologist, A Shift- Joslin Plant

Tyson Foods
Hillsdale, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
Job Details:

Responsibilities include performing one or more procedures and work instructions related to chemical, microbiological, and quality system analyses in an accredited food safety laboratory. Precision, accuracy, and attention to detail are essential. Team members must maintain complete records for process control and ensure compliance with all policies, quality systems, and safety requirements.

Team members will be expected to demonstrate and maintain proficiency testing qualifications; work independently and collaboratively; resolve routine problems; plan work tasks; operate, troubleshoot, and conduct basic service and maintenance on laboratory instruments; and show development and growth following training. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Education

  • College degree in a science-related field such as Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Physical Sciences, or related areas preferred.
  • Candidates with college-level science coursework and working laboratory experience may also be considered.

Computer Skills

  • General knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Communication Skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Special Skills

  • Work activities follow clearly defined directions and guidelines.
  • Most work steps are prescribed and cannot be modified.
  • Many duties involve repetitive operations.

Position-Specific Requirements

  • Entry-level role.
  • Weekends and occasional holidays may be scheduled based on business needs.
  • First consideration will be given to applicants with a degree; second to those with education and experience related to Chemistry and/or Microbiology.

Additional Information

  • Supervisory Responsibilities: None
  • Travel Requirements: None
  • Application Requirement: We highly encourage applicants to attach a resume in PDF or Word Document format.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

A Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate:

$18.75 - $31.25

Incentives:

Annual Incentive Plan:

No

Long-Term Incentive Plan:

No

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.

Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package.

Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

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.

CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here.

Salary : $19 - $31

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