Animal Packaging & Shipping Specialist

Charles River; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories is seeking an Animal Packer to join our Raleigh team. In this role, you’ll help ensure the safe and timely packing, shipping, and transportation of animals and supplies while supporting operations across our facility.

If you enjoy active work, warehouse responsibilities, and being part of a team dedicated to advancing scientific research and improving health, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• 1+ year of animal care or animal handling experience.
• 1+ year of warehouse or stockroom experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and ship containers according to required packing and shipping procedures.
• Complete shipping and transportation documentation accurately.
• Unload delivery trucks and organize supplies in designated areas.
• Operate a forklift to move materials throughout the warehouse.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized work area.
• Inspect live traps each weekday morning and reporting findings.
• Assist with other support services, including materials delivery and housekeeping.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Lift up to 50 pounds

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Job description

Charles River Laboratories is seeking an Animal Packer to join our Raleigh team. In this role, you’ll help ensure the safe and timely packing, shipping, and transportation of animals and supplies while supporting operations across our facility.

If you enjoy active work, warehouse responsibilities, and being part of a team dedicated to advancing scientific research and improving health, we’d love to hear from you!