Weekend Lab Data Entry Jobs in Edmonton, AB (NOW HIRING)

?Job Description?The Opportunity:This position is responsible for supporting the day-to-day activities of the poultry veterinary practice, and broader activities at the Maple Leaf Ag-Ops Division. Key responsibilities include sample submission, communication with diagnostic laboratories, vaccine and medication inventory management, purchase order (PO) generation and related SAP transactions, coordination of vaccination and blood sampling procedures, and coordination/communication between veterinarians, departments, producers, and external laboratories.?The Poultry Health & Lab coordinator will also support cross-functional projects, including plant condemnation monitoring, on-farm sampling, blood collection, diagnostic follow-up, data organization, sample treatments, and other poultry health and production initiatives..The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in the food-animal industry, preferably with poultry production, veterinary diagnostics, sample handling, shipping, and timely organization of laboratory results. Candidates with extensive poultry or food animal experience, including foreign-trained veterinarians, with poultry production or diagnostic experience, will be strongly considered.?Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by June 16. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.?Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:Complete and maintain veterinary records in accordance with ABVMA requirementsSupport veterinary practice compliance with ABVMA requirementsPerform in-house projects related to poultry diagnostic, monitoring, and sample collectionPrepare and coordinate sampling schedule for pullet, broiler breeder, and broiler farms.Act as or support Biological Safety Officer function for the poultry laboratory, as required.Perform laboratory testing and report results through the Laboratory Information Management System.Support oversight of quality management protocolsAssist the Veterinarian with necropsies, including humane euthanasia of birds when required, collection of organ and tissue samples, and preparation of samples for diagnostic submissions and/or other further testing, or practices.Manage disposal of biological wasteCleaning and disinfection of biological hazard areas, equipment, and required materialsMaintain in/out records for samples, submissions, and reports.Coordinate sample shipping, prepare laboratory submissions, and reportsAseptic preparation of sample kitsMaintain inventory of supplies and perform SAP transactions, including but not limited to purchase requests, sales orders, receiving, and shipping, as directed.Maintain inventory of medications, vaccine, reagents, and other suppliesPrepare and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the poultry veterinary practice and laboratory, including biological safety procedures and associated training recordsMaintain equipment maintenance logs and complete daily checks.Support prescription preparation under veterinary directionSchedule farm visits and coordinate required logisticsSupport Quality Assurance (QA) programs, and biosecurity protocolsAssist with data entry and analysis, including pathogen results, farm trial performance results, and routine sampling resultsPerform sampling and environmental monitoring procedures in poultry barns, if requiredAssist with training and/or on-site verification of sampling procedures when requiredType and compile meeting notes, visit notes, and summaries for distribution to the broader team.?What You?ll Bring:One to two years of relevant experience, preferably in the poultry or food animal industryExperience in poultry production, food animal lab diagnostics, or veterinary support roles are preferred. Foreign-trained veterinarians with experience in poultry production are encouraged to apply.Comfortable handling poultry, including live birds, carcasses, organs, tissues, and diagnostic samples.Willing and able to perform humane euthanasia of birds when required, under veterinary direction and in accordance with approved animal welfare protocols?Required Skills & Knowledge:Experience in veterinary practice, animal health, or food animal productionLab experience, especially in the area of Microbiology, sampling handling, or diagnostic testing.Understanding of animal welfare, humane euthanasia, necropsy procedures, biological safety, and biosecurity principles, or willingness to be trained in these areas.Ability to organize, interpret, and summarize results to support recommendations and continuous improvement opportunitiesStrong computer skills, including Microsoft office, and Excel. Experience with SAP or another ERP system is considered an assetStrong written and verbal communication skills.Continuous improvement mindsetStrong problem-solving skills.Able to work independently and as part of a teamGood interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with veterinarians, producers, laboratories, and internal departmentsReliable, organized, and detail-oriented?What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ?speaker series? events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.?