Animal Production Team Lead

Taconic Biosciences, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance within 30 days

20 days PTO + holidays

Work life balance

401(k) with up to 4% employer match

Training and skills development

24/7 telemedicine access

Job summary

We value hands-on animal science experience, attention to detail, and collaboration. A Associate degree and potential AALAS certification support eligibility; a caring, proactive mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical equivalent required.
• AALAS certification preferred.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisory staff in training new employees.
• Back up animal care technicians as required.
• Coordinate and order supplies.
• Inform Supervisor or Manager of problems.
• Audit work of Animal Care Technicians, including line audits, SOP compliance, and recordkeeping and packing accuracy.
• Ensure that production goals are met, initiate changes if necessary.
• Provide input to supervisor on performance of Animal Care Technicians.
• Create documents, including COPC and E-Pack.
• Hold daily huddles with Barrier Leaders.
• Promote a positive work environment.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Team collaboration

Staff training

Communication

Animal care background

Supervisory experience

Education

Associate degree

AALAS certification preferred

Tools

COPC documentation

E-Pack documentation

Job description

We value hands-on animal science experience, attention to detail, and collaboration. A Associate degree and potential AALAS certification support eligibility; a caring, proactive mindset is essential.