Animal Care Technician - HusbandryScranton, PA, USAReq #4215Thursday, January 18, 2024Your New Company!At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences. We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.About the roleDo you want to want to work at a company that helps saves lives? Do you love taking care of animals? The Animal Care Technician provides basic husbandry services or perform tasks involved in the care, maintenance, and welfare of animals.What You'll Do HereFast paced environment where you are responsible for producing high quality clean caging and general Animal CareIt involves pushing and pulling large animal cagingLoading and unloading the caging into a large rack washerDaily room cleanGeneral cleaning duties (mopping, trash, etc.)What You'll Need to SucceedHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) requiredThis is an entry level position and previous animal experience would be beneficialBasic computer and math skillsAbility to communicate (verbal and written) in a professional mannerThis is a physical position in a warm environmentPosition requires the ability to bend, squat, kneel, and stand, for up to 7 hours/dayPosition also requires wearing of PPE (face mask, face shield, goggles, hair net, scrubs, etc.)Be able to regularly push and pull heavy objects and safely move or lift heavy loads (up to 50 pounds)All schedules include weekends, holidays and occasional overtimeBenefitsMedical/Dental/Vision insurance401K with matchLife insuranceRelaxed dress codePaid holidaysPaid Time OffOn-site cafeteria and gymCompany events, including happy hours, team building competitions, lunches and much more.What We OfferAltasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.Altasciences' Benefits Package IncludesHealth/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans401(k)/RRSP with Employer MatchPaid Vacation and HolidaysPaid Sick and Bereavement LeaveEmployee Assistance & Telehealth ProgramsTelework when applicableAltasciences' Incentive Programs IncludeTraining & Development ProgramsEmployee Referral Bonus#LI-BK1MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCHAltasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!Other detailsJob FamilyOS-2Pay TypeHourlyScranton, PA, USAShare this job:Altasciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applica