AVS Bio Packing and Shipping Technician

AVS Bio; Town of Catskill (NY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

AVS Bio, Catskill, NY, is seeking a Packaging and Shipping Associate to join our team. This direct-hire, full-time role supports vaccine and biologics operations with a daytime schedule (7am-3:30pm) and occasional weekend work.

You will inspect eggs, prepare shipments, maintain records, and help ensure biosecurity and quality standards are met. Previous housekeeping or restaurant experience is valued, along with a high school diploma or GED and reliable English literacy.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English well; must be adept at maintaining accurate paperwork/records; computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and examine eggs prior to setting and/or packing for shipment; final packing of eggs and embryos and finishing to customer specifications including completion of paperwork.
• Review weekly allocation sheet for flock/pack assignments.
• Review daily/weekly incubation set/pack report for order processing.
• Re-inspect and assist in packing/setting eggs according to SOPs and customer instructions.
• Maintain and complete all required documentation and daily reports.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Title

Packaging and Shipping Associate

Location

Catskill, NY (No Relocation Available)

Industry

Pharmaceutical

Salary

$19/hr.

Job Type

Direct Hire

Shift

Full time: 40 hours plus overtime, most shifts require working weekends. 7am-3:30pm (30-minute lunch break)

Client Overview

AVS Bio is a global leader in biologics with more than 60 years of innovation supporting the development of vaccines, therapeutics, diagnostics, and breakthrough scientific research that protects human and animal health worldwide.

***Waiters/Waitresses and Housekeepers strongly encouraged to apply***

Responsibilities

• Inspect and examine eggs prior to setting and/or packing for shipment; final packing of eggs and embryos and finishing to customer specifications including completion of paperwork.
• On a daily basis, review weekly allocation sheet for flock/pack assignments.
• Daily, review daily/weekly incubation set/pack report for order processing.
• Following biosecurity standards, re-inspect and assist in packing/setting eggs according to packing/incubation standard operating procedures (SOPs) and/or special customer instruction daily.
• Maintain and complete all required documentation and daily reports pick report, packing slip verification, packing report, trip sheets, export verification check, daily pack inventory, and incubation setting/pack report.
• Finish and process shipments for dispatch according to assigned carrier UPS, FedEx, airline, truck, etc.
• Perform operation of candler/grader including calibration, start-up procedure, daily operation, shutdown and clean up.
• Sort, inspect, load, candle, and grade eggs. Prepare eggs for shipment.
• Monitor and document daily flock grade-out data for each flock.
• Process all incubated egg orders set, pack, tray as assigned.
• Assist in training new hires in department practices.
• Actively participate in department training programs (e.g. biosecurity, cleaning and disinfecting procedures, environmental testing, pick slip system)
• Perform general housekeeping duties.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Job Conditions and Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and is exposed to sanitation chemicals and odors.

The noise level is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is frequently required to stand or walk.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

The employee must be available to work seven days a week.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications

• Housekeeping or restaurant experience required
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) preferred.
• 1 year related experience and/or training.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English well; must be adept at maintaining accurate paperwork/records; computer skills.

Biosecurity FAQs

1. What is included in the biosecurity requirement? Employees may not own or have contact with live birds of any kind, including backyard poultry, ducks, turkeys, wild, or exotic birds, or visit farms, fairs, or other locations with bird exposure.
2. What other animal contact is prohibited? Prohibited contact includes reptiles, amphibians, rodents, and certain wild animals (e.g., snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, rats, mice, hamsters, guinea pigs, raccoons, skunks, opossums, squirrels, deer mice), or animals requiring feeding of rodents or raw/frozen animal products.
3. What animal contact is permitted? Permitted animals include dogs, cats, fish, and traditional farm animals (horses, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, llamas/alpacas). Employees may not handle raw or frozen meat or poultry products before work.
4. How is biosecurity enforced? All candidates must complete a Biosecurity & Animal Ownership Disclosure Form prior to hire and certify ongoing compliance. Violations or falsification may result in disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination.

Why Join Us

Direct hire with long-term career stability401(k) with company matchUp to 3 weeks paid vacationUp to 11.5 paid holidaysMedical, dental, and vision coverageBenefits effective the 1st of the month after your start dateConsistent daytime schedule for work life balanceEntry point into the life sciences and pharmaceutical industryWork that directly supports vaccines, diagnostics, and breakthrough therapies EOE/ADA IND123