Cagewash Attendant I (14BS)

Microbial Solutions | Charles River; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in contract research is looking for a Cagewash Attendant I to join their Insourcing Solutions team in Bethesda, MD. The role involves sanitizing and maintaining animal cagewash materials, ensuring cleanliness, and assisting with inventory. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and knowledge of sanitization equipment. Join a team dedicated to improving health and well-being globally.

Benefits

401K

Paid time off

Stock purchase programs

Health and wellness coverage

Employee support programs

Work-life balance flexibility

Qualifications

• Must obtain ALAT Certification within 1 year of eligibility.
• Cagewash experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sanitize, maintain, and repair animal cagewash materials.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on cagewash and autoclaves.
• Maintain animal holding facilities clean and organized.

Skills

Knowledge of detergent/disinfectant

Sanitization and sterilization equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Cagewash Attendant I to join our Insourcing Solutions team located in Bethesda, MD. As the Cagewash Attendant I, you will sanitize, maintain and repair animal cagewash materials.

Additional Responsibilities Include

• Follow SOPs and quality assurance standards
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on cagewash and autoclaves
• Maintain animal holding facilities clean and organized
• Assist with receipt, stocking, and maintenance of inventory supplies
• Involve in animal care and husbandry of multiple animal species

Job Qualifications

The following are minimum requirements related to the Cagewash Attendant I position:

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of detergent/disinfectant and operating knowledge of sanitization and sterilization equipment
• Cagewash experience preferred
• Must obtain the ALAT (Assistant Lab Animal Technician) Certification within 1 year of eligibility

The pay for this position is $18.50 USD per hour. Schedule: Monday through Friday 7AM-3:30PM. Some weekend and holiday availability may be necessary.

About Insourcing Solutions

Charles River Insourcing Solutions℠ streamlines research by delivering operational and cost efficiencies through strategic insourcing of GMP, GLP, and non-GLP research services from discovery through safety assessment. It allows clients to maintain control of their facilities and expertise while leveraging available space.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO) with a broad portfolio supporting clients from target identification through preclinical development, including clinical laboratory testing and manufacturing support. With over 20,000 employees across 110 facilities in more than 20 countries, we are positioned to coordinate global resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives to solve our clients’ challenges.

Our mission is to improve the quality of people’s lives through excellent science and purpose-driven work, contributing to the development of 80% of drugs approved by the FDA in the past five years.

Benefits

We offer benefits that may include bonuses, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase programs, health and wellness coverage, employee support programs, and work-life balance flexibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail].

For more information, visit www.criver.com.