Operations Technician - Animal Facility

Operations Technician - Animal Facility

LFB USA

• Daily animal care activities including feeding, animal observations/identification of clinical concerns, and nail trimming.
• Husbandry activities such as cage change/cleaning, use of power wash and chemical dispensing equipment, and general facility sanitization and support.
• Milking of rabbits and standard support activities to meet production goals and adhere to established schedules.
• Proper basic restraint of rabbits to facilitate general animal care, transfers, and sample collection.
• Technical skills including IP injections, which may include IM, IV, and SC injections.
• Animal identification applications such as ear tags, tattoos, and RFID transponders.
• Support for natural and artificial insemination breeding procedures (including restraint) and kindling/weaning procedures.
• Utilize computer and paper‑based systems to accurately document and record information to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Provide veterinary care and animal treatments as assigned, depending on skill level and support needs.
• Identify safety issues and initiate corrective actions to reach resolution.
• Identify and communicate animal welfare concerns.
• Exhibit a sound understanding of applicable animal care and use guidelines.
• Provide weekend and holiday coverage on a rotating basis.

• High School Diploma or GED required; 0–3 years laboratory animal experience (Associates), 0–1 year experience (Bachelor’s), or no previous experience required.
• AALAS certification at the ALAT level is preferred.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented production environment with attention to detail, accuracy, and basic organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and good interpersonal skills with team members.
• Basic working knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Excel, Outlook, internet).
• Ability to push/pull wheeled carts weighing up to 500 pounds.
• Ability to lift and manipulate up to 50 pounds.
• Duty requires long periods of standing and/or sitting for an average of six hours a day.
• May be exposed to materials and chemicals that are potentially allergenic.
• Duty requires repetitive motion of hands and wrists.

The salary range for this role is $23 to $31 per hour. Compensation will depend on factors such as relevant skills, experience, and internal equity.

Charlton, MA

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

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