Lab Chemist, 1st Shift – Wilkesboro Lab (Wilkesboro, NC)

Tyson Foods is hiring a full-time Lab Chemist for 1st shift at the Wilkesboro Lab in North Wilkesboro, Wilkes County, NC. If you value precision, analytical rigor, and protecting public health, this entry-level laboratory role is an excellent place to launch your career in food safety science.

About the Role

As a Lab Chemist on the first shift at our Wilkesboro, NC food safety laboratory, you will support Tyson Foods' commitment to product quality and consumer safety. This hourly, entry-level position follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, making it ideal for candidates seeking consistent daytime hours. Your daily work may range from carrying out a single procedure or work instruction to handling a broad mix of chemistry, analytical, microbiological, and quality system tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct chemistry, analytical, and microbiological testing procedures within the food safety laboratory.
• Execute work instructions and quality system protocols with consistency and care.
• Maintain a high standard of precision and accuracy across every analysis performed.
• Document results thoroughly to support quality and compliance objectives.
• Adapt between focused single-task assignments and multi-procedure workflows as needed.

Qualifications

• Suited to entry-level candidates ready to build laboratory experience.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accurate, repeatable results.
• Ability to follow defined procedures and work instructions reliably.
• Comfortable working on-site in North Wilkesboro, Wilkes County, on a full-time first-shift schedule.
• Interest in chemistry, microbiology, or food safety quality systems.

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods is a leading name in the food industry, dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality products to consumers. Our Wilkesboro laboratory team plays a vital part in upholding the rigorous safety and quality standards that define the company, and we invest in team members who share our focus on integrity and scientific excellence.

How to Apply

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