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Job Title: Lab Technician

Schedule: Saturday–Wednesday, 5:00 AM–1:30 PM

Start Date: ASAP

Join a team where precision meets purpose.

As a Lab Technician, you’ll play a vital role in supporting incubation operations that directly impact poultry health and production. This hands-on position is ideal for someone who thrives in a clean, controlled environment and enjoys working with biological materials and data.

What You’ll Do

+ Set and prepare eggs based on customer and management specifications.

+ Maintain accurate records including order sheets, incubation tags, and environmental data.

+ Monitor and adjust temperature and humidity levels to ensure optimal incubation conditions.

+ Candle and pack eggs to meet customer expectations.

+ Select eggs for breeder stock and flock replacement.

+ Clean and fumigate incubators and equipment to maintain biosecurity standards.

+ Perform environmental sampling and complete associated documentation.

+ Input incubation data into spreadsheets and ensure timely reporting.

What You Bring

+ Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.

+ Experience in laboratory or cleanroom environments.

+ Familiarity with aseptic and sterile techniques.

+ High school diploma or GED preferred.

+ 2+ years of experience in a processing or poultry farm environment (or equivalent).

Physical Requirements

+ Ability to lift and move flats of eggs (up to 30 lbs) and cases of eggs (up to 60 lbs).

+ Comfortable working in a standing position and accessing incubation equipment.

+ Basic computer skills for data entry and communication.

Why You’ll Love It Here

+ Be part of a mission-driven team that values precision and care.

+ Work in a clean, biosecure environment with structured processes.

+ Opportunity to grow your skills in biology, lab operations, and agricultural science.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $52000.00/yr.

AVS Bio has partnered with developers and manufacturers of vaccines,therapeutics, diagnostics, and other human, animal, and environmentalscientific breakthroughs for more than 60 years. As the first to commercializeSPF egg production, AVS Bio has continuously expanded its portfolio toinclude avian antigens, primary cell products, USDA-licensed splitmanufacturing support (FFM), (engineered) antibodies and proteins, andcustom antibody discovery and development as well protein production andpurification services.

With employees and operations across the U.S. and Europe, and a legacydating back to 1961, AVS Bio is recognized worldwide for its dedication toquality, biosecurity, and continuous scientific innovation. Our passionate,collaborative teams drive progress every day, fostering an inclusiveenvironment where expertise powers breakthrough solutions. Innovation is atthe heart of everything we do-delivering the best biologics and advancingscience that impacts human, animal, and environmental health.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Voluntown,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.