Animal Resource Equipment Supervisor, Animal Resources Center
Core
Oversees daily cage wash operations and provides hands-on technical support for repairs and maintenance of equipment in a large animal research facility.
Role type
Senior IC facility equipment supervisor (cage wash and maintenance)
Builds
Operational efficiency and reliability of animal care sanitation systems and equipment
Domain
Life sciences research / Animal husbandry infrastructure
Required skills
Facility management, team supervision, equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, process improvement, inventory management, safety compliance, driver operation
Preferred skills
Cage wash facility supervision, electronic work-order systems, industrial washer/autoclave maintenance
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, and schedule cage wash personnel; Monitor equipment performance and coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs; Ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations; Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and operational materials.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties