Animal Care Technician I

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Planet Pharma Job Description: Animal Care Technician I Location: Mattawan, MI Openings: 20+ (Ongoing monthly hiring through end of year) Duration: 3–6 months, temp-to-perm Pay Rate: $19/hr. Shift Options: Multiple shifts available (detailed below) Conversion Potential: Based on performance Position Overview As an Animal Care Technician I , you will join the Animal Care Services group and play a vital role in ensuring the humane care and housing of various animals including rats, mice, rabbits, dogs, cats, pigs, and monkeys. This is an entry-level role with training provided . No previous animal care experience is required, making it ideal for recent high school graduates or candidates with backgrounds in caregiving, farming, medical fields, customer service, or retail. Training & Shift Schedules Training Schedule (First Month): Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Monday – Friday (with weekend and holiday rotations): 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Saturday – Wednesday (with holiday rotations): 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Wednesday – Sunday (with holiday rotations): 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Second Shift Option: Monday – Friday, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM Note: All shifts require flexibility for potential overtime and short-notice schedule changes. Please indicate candidate shift availability in the submission summary. Key Responsibilities Provide gentle and humane care for all animals Learn and perform tasks including animal husbandry, handling, equipment cleaning, and maintenance Maintain and clean cages and housing areas Use PPE consistently Document tasks and review data in electronic systems Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards (GLP, SOP, IACUC, etc.) Requirements & Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred Experience: No prior experience required (entry-level) Certifications: None required Soft Skills: Team-oriented, motivated, good communication skills, reliable Preferred Backgrounds: Farming, caregiving, hospital/medical experience, retail, 4H, customer service Additional Information Interviews: Held every Wednesday (1 round, onsite panel interview) Scheduled immediately after screening Interview day duration: ~3 hours Include availability in submission Background Check/Drug Screen: Must be cleared by 12 PM Thursday before start date Career Path: Opportunity for promotion to Tech II, Tech III, etc. Department Culture Team-oriented environment Room for growth and skill development Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Science and Health Care Provider Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Research Services, and Biotechnology Research Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Planet Pharma by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Animal Care Technician” roles. RVT - Veterinary Assistant Instructor - Part Time - 1-4 Days/Week Veterinary Technician/Assistant - Night Shift Three Rivers, MI $15.00-$17.00 2 weeks ago Supervisor - Animal Care Services (Alternate Shift Teams) We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr