Animal Technician - Level 2

Job Description Are you looking for an exciting opportunity with a rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturer? If so, then this is the opportunity for you! Our Manufacturing Operations Teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a "Safety First, Quality Always" mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products. We are seeking Growth and Improvement minded Animal Technicians | Level 2 that can help drive our Strategic Operating Priorities. Summary: Hours 6:30 am to 3:30 pm Under the guidance of a supervisor or technical staff, the Animal Technician | Level 2 performs a variety of tasks within GMP-controlled environments to support production at our West Point site. This role requires strict adherence to biosecurity protocols to protect specific pathogen free (SPF) chicken flocks, including isolation principles, personnel/material flow control, and sanitation measures. Key Responsibilities Ensure the health, care, maintenance, security, and safety of SPF chicken flocks. Maintain SPF status through rigorous biosecurity practices (e.g., no direct bird contact, multiple daily showers, Frequent uniform/gown changes, PPE use, disinfection of materials). Perform animal husbandry duties such as feeding, grooming, cleaning, and health monitoring. Conduct breeding activities including collection, transfer, and artificial insemination. Manage all aspects of fertile egg handling: collection, identification, disinfection, storage, incubation, candling, and distribution. Operate euthanasia equipment safely and humanely. Collect SPF samples, including blood draws using needles. Hatch, wing band, and brood new flocks. Operate and maintain equipment such as incubators, refrigerators, hatchers, and rack washers. Stock and maintain supplies. Work collaboratively in a unionized environment with management and fellow technicians. Document all tasks in compliance with cGMP standards. Operate company vehicles as required. Willingness to work off-shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed (department operates 7 days/week). Physical requirements include lifting up to 40 lbs, frequent walking, standing, and pushing/pulling. Education Requirement High School Diploma or GED Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Certification Experience & Skills ALAT Certification. #J-18808-Ljbffr Merck