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Animal Facilities Operations Technician

COMPANY MISSION

At eGenesis, we aspire to deliver safe and effective human transplantable cells, tissue and organs utilizing the latest advancements in genome editing.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a reliable Facility Operations Technician to join the eGenesis Operations Team and assist in all operational activities including building maintenance, operating large equipment, landscaping, and occasional basic animal care of swine. The right individual will have experience working with farm equipment and must be able to perform maintenance on equipment and buildings. Experience with hand tools and power tools is required. This position requires working with an on-call weekend schedule. The right individual must be detail-oriented with strong communication skills and the ability to work as a team and individually. This is a fully onsite position, and you will be working in a variety of environments, including animal housing areas, lab areas, storage sheds, and outdoors.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operation of large farm equipment such as skid loaders, tractors, forklifts, and UTV’s
Activities involving the above may include but are not limited to carcass management, composting, lawn mowing, loading/unloading bagged feed and supplies, and coordinating deliveries for the site
Perform maintenance on equipment, gates and pens, animal facilities, lab facilities, replace HVAC filters, and troubleshooting repairs when needed
Responsible for general grounds upkeep, preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and trash collection from buildings
Act as facility representative with service providers and contractors (MEP)
Participate in occasional care and handling of swine at the animal facilities, including cleaning and upkeep of the facility
Follow safe work practices, correct unsafe acts and conditions
Adhere to eGenesis biosecurity requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Working knowledge of facility maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing skills
Excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational, and multitasking skills
Basic use of Microsoft Office Suite of applications is beneficial but not required
Must not have any other interaction with pigs outside of the company
Ability to lift objects up to 60 pounds
Welding experience is beneficial but not required
Strong attention to operational planning and follow through
Working knowledge of data collection and recording

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work in different environments, including farm, shop, office, and animal husbandry environments in varying weather conditions. This position requires physical demands such as climbing, stooping, crouching, sitting on equipment such as lawnmowers and tractors for extended periods, and handling/moving swine throughout the facilities. Employees are regularly expected to lift objects 30-60lbs multiple times throughout the day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include closevision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust to focus.

TOTAL REWARDS

eGenesis is proud to offer competitive compensation including annual base salary, annual bonus, and opportunity for overtime. We take great care in offering our employees excellent benefits including:
Medical insurance (up to 90% company paid)
Dental insurance (up to 90% company paid)
Vision insurance (100% company paid)
401k with a company match
Paid time off and paid sick time
Paid holidays

Average salary estimate

$60000 / YEARLY (est.)

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What You Should Know About Animal Facilities Operations Technician, eGenesis

Are you passionate about animal care and looking for an exciting opportunity in operations? eGenesis, a leader in delivering safe and effective human transplantable cells, tissues, and organs through cutting-edge genome editing technology, is on the hunt for an Animal Facilities Operations Technician in Northwest, Indiana. In this hands-on role, you will be an integral part of our Operations Team, responsible for ensuring our facilities run smoothly. Your daily tasks will include operating large farm equipment like skid loaders and tractors, maintaining buildings and equipment, handling some basic animal care, and performing general grounds upkeep. You'll thrive in a variety of environments, from animal housing units to outdoor spaces. To be successful in this role, you should have experience with farm equipment and possess strong mechanical, electrical, and plumbing skills. Communication and teamwork are crucial as you will collaborate with service providers and contractors. With an on-call weekend schedule, you'll need to be flexible and detail-oriented while adhering to our biosecurity requirements. Not only will you be contributing to transformative work that impacts lives, but eGenesis also values its employees by offering competitive compensation, remarkable benefits, and a supportive work culture. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, contribute to a mission that matters, and make a difference in the field of biotechnology, we’d love to hear from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Animal Facilities Operations Technician Role at eGenesis

What are the responsibilities of the Animal Facilities Operations Technician at eGenesis?

The Animal Facilities Operations Technician at eGenesis is responsible for a variety of crucial tasks including the operation of large farm equipment, general maintenance of facilities, and basic animal care duties. You'll engage in landscaping, operate machinery like tractors and forklifts, and ensure the upkeep of animal housing and lab facilities. This role demands versatility and attention to detail as you interact with service providers and assist in maintaining biosecurity measures.