Animal Resource Equipment Supervisor, Animal Resources Center
Core
Oversees daily cage wash operations and provides hands-on technical support for repairs and routine maintenance of equipment throughout the animal research facility.
Role type
Senior IC facility equipment supervisor (cage wash and maintenance)
Builds
Operational efficiency and reliability of animal care sanitation and equipment systems
Domain
Academic research / Animal husbandry / Industrial equipment maintenance
Required skills
Team supervision, equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, workflow optimization, safety compliance, inventory management, process improvement, staff recruitment, audit coordination
Preferred skills
Electronic work-order systems, industrial washer/autoclave maintenance knowledge
Technologies
Tunnel washers, rack washers, autoclaves, dump stations, bottle-filling systems, electronic work-order systems
Responsibilities
Oversee and coordinate cage wash operations and equipment maintenance across multiple vivarium locations; Provide direct supervision, recruit, hire, schedule, and evaluate cage wash personnel; Monitor equipment performance, coordinate preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot/repair issues; Ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations; Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and operational materials; Coordinate transport and distribution of cage wash supplies and equipment.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties