Animal Technician

EMEA3 Recruitment; Hodges (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Symrise is seeking individuals to support palatability trials, animal husbandry, and daily care in a pet-focused facility. You will follow established procedures, record observations, and help maintain clean animal spaces while ensuring humane treatment and safety.

This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to veterinary and USDA guidelines. Candidates should have at least three years working with pets, be capable of lifting 50 pounds, and enjoy outdoor work in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience working with pets.
• Must follow safety rules, procedures and USDA regulations.
• Able to walk, train and exercise dogs and interact with cats.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather.
• Strong communication and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Perform palatability test procedures and record data accurately.
• Maintain animal housing areas and clean equipment per protocol.
• Monitor animals daily and report illnesses to Vet Staff and management.
• Assist with facility maintenance and sanitation following 5S standards.
• Manage supplies and restock as needed.

Skills

Pet care

Communicate effectively

Basic computer skills

Lift 50 lbs

Outdoor work

Dog training

Cat interaction

Job description

About us

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.

With sales of around €5.0 billion in the 2024 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.

Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.

Symrise – always inspiring more...

Your role

PALATABILITY TRIALS

• Perform palatability test procedures in accordance with established rotating schedules, procedures, and instructions in a manner that ensures reliability of the results
• Accurately record data and manage testing software as required.
• Record abnormal observations related to equipment, animals, and facility to Panelis Management.

ANIMAL HUSBANDRY

• Perform procedures as described in the husbandry protocol and by Panelis Management.
• Clean, spot clean and sanitize animal rooms, kennels, scales, trays, and equipment, to keep animals clean and comfortable.
• Keep outdoor spaces clean and free from hazards to the animals.
• Control and restock supplies as needed.
• Perform individual specific goals-assigned in the specified time frame

ANIMAL CARE

• Observe animals daily for indication of clinical illness and report to Vet Staff and Panelis Management.
• Ensure kittens and puppies are successfully integrated into the facility and colony
• Perform tasks related to animal’s wellbeing, grooming, training, and socialization as scheduled.
• Participate in animal adoption activities as requested.

FACILITY MAINTENANCE / EQUIPMENT UPKEEP

• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving issues with the automatic feeding system in the catteries.
• Notify Panelis Managers concerning facility equipment and structural problems.
• Assist with minor facility maintenance, as required.
• Ensure the upkeep of the interior and exterior of the animal facility following the 5S protocol

About you

• Be able to follow safety rules, standard operation procedures, polices and USDA regulations
• Demonstrate effective communication and professionalism
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with pets preferred
• Achieve assigned tasks with pride and sense of accomplishment
• Demonstrates clear understanding and ability to perform the assigned job duties in an effective manner
• Basic computers skills
• Be able to walk, train and exercise dogs, in addition to interacting with cats.
• Be able lift up to 50 lbs.
• Constantly work in outdoor weather conditions.

Our offer

Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in the focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.

Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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