Production Operator Animal Resources

Job Summary The Animal Resources Associate works within standards and operating procedures to plan and perform various tasks with animals, primarily rabbits. Assist in the completion of documentation required under cGMPs, OSHA, USDA/IACUC, FDA, ISO and corporate policies, including written records and logs. Perform feeding, carrying, and holding animals, cleaning and sanitizing animal caging systems, water lines, and other animal handling components. Perform maintenance, cleaning and wash-down procedures for buildings, floors, drains, and air handling equipment. Perform animal immunizations, bleeds, and bleed-outs. Effectively work in a team setting, supporting team goals and objectives. Duties and Responsibilities Perform incoming health and quality assurance checks for incoming animals. Administer antibiotics, analgesics and anesthetics as required by protocol or by consulting veterinarian. Assist in maintaining Animal Resource records for care and use of all animals. Perform all tasks necessary to maintain clean environmental animal cages, i.e., daily cleaning of building floors, animal cages, feeders and other related equipment. Assist in maintaining animal health, including feeding all animals and applying general topical medication required. Assist in daily production tasks including blood collection and immunization of rabbits, rats and other animals as required. Perform various immunization protocols for all animals (rabbits, goats, sheep, mice, rats, etc.) as required. Types of immunizations include IP, IM, IV, SC, IA and IC. Perform blood collection procedures mainly for rabbits and other animals as required. Operate and maintain tractor and accessory equipment. Maintain pasture and fence surroundings. Knowledge and Skills Must be able to lift moderately heavy weights. Must be able to endure prolonged sitting, standing, or walking. Must have good manual dexterity in hands. Must be non-allergic to any animal species used in manufacturing or research applications. Education and Experience High School diploma/GED preferred. Valid Georgia driver’s license. Experience as an Animal Handler or experience working with laboratory and farm animals in a production or research facility is a plus. Assistant Lab Animal Technician (ALAT) certification is preferred. Must be able to read, write, analyze, and evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams, and perform basic math. Equal Opportunity Employer Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr