Animal Care Technician I (Loading Dock)

The Velocigene team is seeking an energetic teammates to join their innovative and collaborative group. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both the loading dock operations and the vivarium cage wash under direct supervision. The role involves receiving and processing incoming products, managing inventory, restocking supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE), and supporting vivarium operations as needed. Vivarium responsibilities include cleaning cages and equipment, maintaining the facility, and ensuring seamless daily operations.

A Typical Day in the Role Might Look Like:

• Receiving and inspecting incoming products, and promptly reporting any discrepancies to management.
• Organizing, labeling, and storing all products and PPE in designated locations.
• Operating equipment such as manual pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, and drum lifts to safely handle chemicals, while ensuring the loading dock remains clean and organized.
• Communicating professionally with management, colleagues, and suppliers/vendors.
• Following instructions carefully and seeking clarification when needed.
• Demonstrating punctuality, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Cleaning cages, equipment, water bottles, and food containers in the vivarium.
• Performing janitorial maintenance of vivarium rooms and restocking supplies.
• Conducting preventative maintenance of vivarium equipment and supplies.
• Completing monthly sanitization of vivarium equipment and facilities.
• Maintaining accurate records of supplies and equipment and restocking as necessary.
• Taking on additional responsibilities as assigned by management.

This Job Might Be for You If You:

• Have an interest in science and enjoy hands-on work.
• Thrive in a team environment, can collaborate effectively, and work independently when needed.
• Have a strong attention to detail and can follow procedures accurately.
• Are comfortable asking questions, providing feedback, and taking initiative.

Requirements:

A High School Diploma or equivalent technical certificate is required. Pursuit of Purina and/or AALAS certification at the ALAT level is desired (required within the first year of employment). A minimum of one year of experience in animal care is helpful but not mandatory.

Work Environment:

This position involves physical demands, including but not limited to:

• Lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, pushing, pulling, and moving supplies and equipment.
• Extended periods of walking and standing.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Working in environments with potential noise and allergens.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Weekend and Holiday Requirements:

This role is classified as essential personnel, meaning weekend and holiday work is require

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

 

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For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (hourly)

$19.57 - $30.63