Sr Supervisor Facilities Support

Do you have a passion for supporting a strong facilities team? We are looking for a Sr Supervisor Facilities Support to join our established facilities team in Rensselaer, NY. 

The Location: Taconic Biosciences is seeking a Sr Supervisor Facilities Support employee to assist at our Rensselaer, NY site. This is a full-time on-site position.

The Pay Range : $68,000 - $73,000 annual salary. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors. Including education and experience. 

The Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm.

What we offer:

• 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

The Role:
Responsible for supervising Warehouse and Support functions at the site level. Ensure accurate receiving, inventory control, sterilization, and distribution of raw materials as needed to support internal and external stakeholders. Supports Taconic's strategies and promotes a healthy and safe work environment. To coordinate personnel, contractors and suppliers in the installation, repair and maintenance of facilities, equipment and grounds in support of production goals.

Core Responsibilities:

• Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives to improve employees. Ensures staff remain up to date with company assigned training.
• To coordinate personnel, contractors and suppliers in the installation, repair and maintenance of facilities, equipment and grounds in support of production goals
• Master and maintain accurate records in an ERP system including managing inventory items, running reports, troubleshooting issues and support other system users.
• Coordinates the receiving of material coming into the building(s) by vendors, or other warehouses accurately and promptly.
• Ensures that all received goods are 100% verified against the quantity, description, and expected quality of materials for incoming orders.
• Oversees put-a-way strategies to ensure the optimal organization of products according to correct orientation and environmental capacities.
• Document non-conformances diligently and accurately upon receipt or discovery of damaged goods.
• Perform physical counts in accordance with End of Year and standard Cycle Count schedules.
• Supports the delivery of raw materials within site to locations via transfer order process.
• Ensures site safety by escalating safety concerns and reporting near misses and injuries in accordance with Taconic's policies.
• Coordinates routine servicing on equipment, pallet jacks and vehicles.
• Supports training activities for Taconic Warehouse staff nationally/internationally as needed.
• Support Taconic Hazardous Waste Storage and Disposal program. Including ensuring proper labeling, handling, and the coordination of qualified pickup
• Regular physical exertion is required such as climbing, crouching, crawling, and/or lifting items up to 50 pounds.
• Assists the department in coordinating the cleaning, loading, autoclaving, and delivery of supplies to animal rooms.
• Assist in the completion of area responsibilities. Verify accurate completion of tasks by area personnel.
• Train and enforce Standard Operating Procedures and established Work Instructions.
• Lead and motivate direct reports
• Operate as a working supervisor who can step in and support work during absences and PTO.
• Loading, unloading, running, and performing multiple duties at the time.
• Processing (i.e. euthanasia), documenting, and packing surplus animals for sale or disposal.
• Prepares orders for UPS, FedEx, or truck deliveries.
• Mechanical aptitude helpful.
• Understanding of LEAN principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) helpful.

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree (A. A.) from two-year college or technical school, or technical/managerial experience at an equivalent level.
• Experience in skilled or technical assignments requiring previous training to perform operations and resolve problems where some guidelines or standards are provided. 1-3 years of relevant experience and/or training.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to customers, suppliers and/or employees of the organization. Ability to actively listen and understand information presented and different points of view.

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: 
Regular physical exertion is required such as climbing, crouching, crawling, and/or lifting items up to 50 pounds.
Regular use of chemicals, protective measures, and/or work with heavy machinery is required. Regular exposure to occupational hazards which require special precautions and occasional exposure to situations with the potential for serious injury. Regular exposure to extremes in temperature, outdoor weather, strong odors, and/or noise levels occurs within the work environment.

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.