Avian Care & Testing Technician

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH in Gainesville, GA is seeking an Animal Care Assistant to support testing at the Candler Poultry Center and to assist in planning and scheduling activities. You will work with birds, maintain clean facilities, and ensure accurate data entry in LIMS and other systems.

The role requires attention to safety, adherence to USDA regulations, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs. Weekend shifts and rotating on-call schedules are expected, with a focus on meticulous

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s Degree in animal science related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience working with animals preferred.
• 3+ years of experience working with animals preferred.
• Experience working with poultry preferred.
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Must be able to work from a ladder.

Responsibilities

• Caring for birds (feed, water, air).
• Vaccinate, bleed, and assist in necropsies of birds with veterinarians. Includes entry of test information in LIMS system or other data systems.
• Cleaning of isolation units or test cages.
• Reporting of daily observations of birds.
• Reporting of any equipment failure. All areas are maintained and work area clean and orderly
• Proper use of all safety procedures and Record keeping skills.
• Be support and secondary planner/scheduler including management, implementation, and documentation of Avian QC safety and potency testing to meet serial release dates. Ensure compliance with USDA regulations and other regulatory agencies as required.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Conscientious

Ability to work alone

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in animal science related field

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH in Gainesville, GA is seeking an Animal Care Assistant to support testing at the Candler Poultry Center and to assist in planning and scheduling activities. You will work with birds, maintain clean facilities, and ensure accurate data entry in LIMS and other systems.

The role requires attention to safety, adherence to USDA regulations, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs. Weekend shifts and rotating on-call schedules are expected, with a focus on meticulous