Isolator Technician (Animal Housing)

Charles River Labs; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Isolator Technician to join their team in Wilmington, MA. This role offers a unique opportunity to work both indoors and outdoors with animal housing isolators. The position is temporary but has the potential to transition into a full-time role. You will receive comprehensive training, ensuring you are well-prepared to perform essential duties such as maintaining isolators, conducting inspections, and managing supplies. With a supportive work environment and a focus on employee well-being, this is a fantastic chance to contribute to meaningful health advancements while building a rewarding career.

Benefits

Paid Sick time

401K Participation

Volunteer Time Off

Use of onsite gym

Qualifications

• No experience required, training provided for all new hires.
• Valid driver's license and certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with isolator moves and maintain cleanliness of isolators.
• Perform inspections and manage supplies for isolators.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Forklift experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial cage and rack washer

Job description

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 an Isolator Technician for our GEMS-Breed Department located in Wilmington, MA.

In this role you will be working both indoors and outdoors with our animal housing (isolators).

This is a temporary opportunity with the potential to become a full time employee.

• $17.75/Hour
• Paid Sick time / 401K Participation / Volunteer Time Off
• Use of our onsite gym
• Monday-Friday work week schedule

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with isolator moves between different locations.
• Remove soiled caging and other materials from isolators.
• Disassemble the isolators’ component parts.
• Inspect the isolator, noting any damage.
• Wash, rinse, and dry the isolator box/bag.
• Replace isolator gloves.
• Operate industrial cage and rack washer.
• Order, assemble, sterilize and manage storage of supplies.
• Performs all job-related duties in accordance with company safety procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• No experience required, we will train.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Will be required to get certifications on personal lift, forklift and power jack (paid by CRL)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mechanical experience
• Forklift experience

The hourly pay rate for this position is $17.75. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.