Necropsy Technician I — 2nd Shift, $20/hr + 10% Diff

Charles River Laboratories; Mattawan (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

401K

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Health and wellness coverage

Work life balance

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in Mattawan, MI, is seeking a Technician I – Necropsy for the 2nd Shift Pathology Services Team. You will be in training to perform onboarding tasks including animal handling, sedation, dissection, sample collection and lab prep under supervision.

The role requires strong communication, ability to manage tasks, and compliance with GLP and SOPs. Shift: Mon–Fri 12:00pm–8:30pm with possible overtime. Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; BA/BS in biological science preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) required.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Performs euthanasia and post-mortem examination of animals for microscopic evaluation.
• Ensure humane care and welfare of all animals handled.
• Train in onboarding skills; learn handling, dissection and sample collection.
• Collect, document, review, and verify data in forms or data systems.
• Review documentation for quality control and SOP adherence.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Learn anatomical terminology and process samples as required.
• Receive, track, and prepare samples for the department.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comunicat

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Ability to learn validated systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

BA/BS in biological science preferred

Job description

Charles River Laboratories in Mattawan, MI, is seeking a Technician I – Necropsy for the 2nd Shift Pathology Services Team. You will be in training to perform onboarding tasks including animal handling, sedation, dissection, sample collection and lab prep under supervision.

The role requires strong communication, ability to manage tasks, and compliance with GLP and SOPs. Shift: Mon–Fri 12:00pm–8:30pm with possible overtime. Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.