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Laboratory Animal Technician - I (Assistant)

Millsboro, DE 19966

Job Function: Technician/Technologist Job Number: 415330

Job Description

Laboratory Animal Technician
Millsboro, DE
Pay Rate: $17.19/hr W2

Animal experience, preferably poultry, is required. Can be working with animals professionally, or on a personal farm. Must not be living or working on a poultry farm while on assignment.

Required Skills and Experience:
  • High School diploma/GED
  • Ability to operate manufacturing equipment with training
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills are required
  • General knowledge of reading, mathematics and computer skills are required.
  • Ability to communicate and work in cooperation with other employees in a manufacturing environment.
  • Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test.

Working conditions:
  • This position may have varying hours based on the needs of the business
  • May require a rotating shift
  • Flexibility working overtime is a requirement in manufacturing
  • Travel is not a part of this position
  • This position will be working outdoors. Must be comfortable working in the elements.
  • Candidates cannot live or work with birds while on assignment.

Responsibilities:
Starting on day one, we will provide you the necessary training the Technician will need to follow Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to all safety and company policies while performing advanced laboratory services in various manufacturing areas. Throughout your career, we will offer you continued development through training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., to improve job skills and product-related procedures.
  • Work with a variety of manufacturing equipment while completing processes throughout the manufacturing cycle
  • Assist with equipment setup and operation.
  • Performs manual and/or automated operations, general maintenance and support functions
  • Housekeeping in all work areas | Executes facility decontamination according to approved procedures
  • Assist with performing aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest, filling vaccines, etc.
  • Assist with performing non-aseptic procedures including handling of live poultry in the process of harvesting tissue and waste.
  • Filling, labeling, capping, packaging, and inspecting product.
  • Concurrent record keeping including charts, logbooks, and all pertinent documentation.
  • Identifies and addresses compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate while notifying appropriate personnel
  • May be accountable for accumulation, labeling and management of hazardous wastes, as appropriate to their area, providing you are properly trained prior to assignment.
  • Demonstrates, at all times, safe work habits and maintains a safe work environment. Comprehends and complies with all safety and company policies and procedures.
  • Assist in weekly reports as assigned.
  • Attend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., as required to improve job skills and product-related procedures.

This 12+ Month Contract Assignment Has A Tentative Start Date of 7/13/2026

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 35 years of experience investing in people and companies.
Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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