Warehouse Feed Project Associate

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform.

In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

** Job Summary*
* We are seeking a Feed Project Associate at our RMS Production site site located in Stone Ridge, NY.

The Feed Project Associate will package feed for autoclaving and distribution to North American RMS sites.

* This is a temporary opportunity with the opportunity to become a full-time CRL employee.

_Some benefits include:  Paid sick time/401K Participation with a company match / Paid Volunteer time off_

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Work Schedule:

Monday - Thursday 5:00 am - 3:30 pm._

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Receive inventory; package feed, autoclave, and distribute to areas according to schedule or direction.

+ Operate hand fork-lift truck to move materials as needed.

+ Prepare materials for autoclaving with appropriate documentation (according to SOP's).

+ Perform general housekeeping duties and follow all safety procedures.

+ Responsible for proper handling and distribution of autoclaved diet.

+ Perform all other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ No experience required, we will train.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ 6-12 months or related experience or training.

+ Forklift license.

_The hourly pay rate for this position is $17.75._

** About Research Models & Services*
* Fundamental to basic research and discovery is the use of in vivo models to help identify disease targets and determine potential biological pathways that regulate the condition. As the world's leader in the production and distribution of the highest quality research animal, with 1 out of 2 animal models produced for preclinical research globally, we understand the importance of this step.

With seven decades of experience, our expertise is unmatched, allowing us to provide you with the perfect model, including disease-specific and preconditioned options, for basic research and beyond.

** About Charles River*
* Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients' clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities.

Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client's unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.

We're committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

** Equal Employment Opportunity*
* Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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