Support services technician

Do you have a passion for assisting with critical support service's needs? We are looking for a Support Services Technician to help with unloading supplies returning from barriers. This position loads clean supplies and is responsible for transferring containers. The role will operate machinery that washes cages, cage covers, feeders and bottles and distributes bedding into the cages.

The Location: Taconic Biosciences is seeking a Support Services Technician at our Germantown, NY site.

The Compensation: $20/hr

The Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am-5pm (Mon-Thurs), 7:30-11:30am (Fri)

• Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!
• 20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Work life balance
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success
• All employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insurance

Core Responsibilities:

• Unloads colony transfer containers of dirty supplies, redirecting TTCs and discards as necessary.
• Places cages/metal/plastic goods onto conveyor of tunnel washer
• Operates tunnel washer that washes cages/metal/plastic goods by passing them through a chamber which sprays washing water and through a chamber which sprays rinse water.
• Inspects containers after unloading for signs of defect, performing minor preventative maintenance when necessary or sending to maintenance for major repairs.
• Monitors equipment that dispenses detergent into wash chamber.
• Loads or unloads materials onto or off of pallets, skids, or lifting device.
• Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lift device.
• Assists in preparation and cleaning of barrier racks and for start up.
• Performs minor maintenance and daily clean up duties, including removal of debris and filter changes.
• Performs pest control and accurately completes logs as per SOP

Education and Experience:

• Basic reading, mathematical and communication skills are required

Allergen Disclosure:

Due to the nature of the work performed at Taconic, employees may be exposed to allergens in the workplace, even if their positions do not involve the direct handling of animals or animal bedding. While individuals with preexisting allergies and/or asthma may be particularly sensitive to these exposures, anyone can experience a reaction.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

Considerable physical exertion is required such as frequently climbing, crouching, crawling, and/or lifting items up to 75 pounds.

Travel:

Travel is not required.

About Us:

With a history of over 70 years of excellence, Taconic Biosciences is a global team of the best problem solvers in the industry. We partner with our clients to develop winning research strategies that accelerate the discoveries for prevention and treatment of disease. Taconic employees all over the world show up every day to deliver the best solutions for our clients while caring for ourselves, each other, and especially our animals. If you are a respectful, compassionate individual with a can-do attitude and a desire to do the right thing, we want you to join us!

Better Together at Taconic

Awareness, Action, & Respect. Taconic Biosciences is taking an active and intentional role in fostering a company culture that values and appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals by promoting fairness and equity. Being you is what allows you to bring your best self to work. We are committed to making Taconic a safe and fair workplace for everyone. We are better together.

Taconic Biosciences is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, and all other categories protected by law.