Animal Care & Research Technician (167009)
Animal Care & Research Technician (167009)
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Job Description
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number#167009 - Topeka Kansas United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care Personal Care Home Care Skin Care and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive a caring innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people their pets and our planet. Guided by our core valuesCaring Inclusive and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together lets build a brighter healthier future for all.
Animal Health & Hygiene
Ensures animal health and hygiene through exercise training bathing grooming and enrichment activities
Trims nails expresses anal glands and perform other routine procedures
Administers medications vaccines and treatments prescribed by a veterinarian
Applies behavioral principles as part of a learning or treatment process to modify and improve animal behavior
Learns understands and adheres to Hills Global Animal Care and Use policy & Hills Animal Colony Standard Operating Procedures.
Cleaning & Sanitation
Cleans and disinfects canine and feline single and group housing units enrichment areas and other areas of the facility
Cleans and disinfects toys pet bedding and feeding areas and equipment
Cleans and maintains litter boxes for distribution
Launders and maintains pet bedding towels and other items for as needed
Maintains accurate and current sanitation schedule and records
Food Service
Accurately fills pet feeding containers as directed by daily test schedule
Coordinates with other team members to deliver and pickup food containers
Accurately weighs food returns and records data in the animal management system database
Washes organizes and stores food containers and watering bowls
Data Collection
Collects blood urine and stool for testing
Records body weights temperature body condition scores blood pressure measurements heart rates etc.
Assists with dental prophy ultrasound acupuncture and DEXA procedures
Maintains knowledge of ongoing feeding studies and communicates observations/issues
Equipment Operation
Operates calibrates and checks food and body weight scales
Operates hand-held data terminals and computers (e.g. Word Excel Lotus Notes) and other applications
Troubleshoots mechanical issues with computer systems feeders or equipment
Graduation or GED from accredited High School and 1 year of experience in a licensed animal facility; Bachelors degree in animal or biological sciences may substitute for the 1 year of experience requirement
Ability to work a flexible schedule supporting a 365 day operation including weekends and holidays.
Proven management skills with the ability to develop short- and long-term plans to enable the achievement of business objectives
Preferred qualifications include:
Credentialed Licensed Veterinary Technician Certification;
Veterinary Hospital experience; Prior clinical/research experience.
Expected Areas of Skills
Experience with Google based applications such as Sheets Docs Drive.
Must be able to come to work as needed to arrive on time and to work overtime.
Must be able to work variable work schedules including weekends and holidays.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to tolerate working conditions that do not exceed safe limits such as heat cold humidity noise drafts dust odors elevations and enclosed spaces for extended periods of time each day. Must be able to work with approved industrial chemicals.
Must be able to work with species of animals including but not limited to cats and dogs. Must be able to successfully meet minimum requirements of the PNC Animal Colony Functional Capacity Evaluation.
Must be able to stand bend pull push and lift up to 50# repetitively on a daily basis. Must be able to hear (either naturally or with assistance) any animal vocalizations.
Must be able to see (either naturally or with corrective lenses) and interpret visual signals from a computer screen and keyboard or other electronic devices.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $ - $ USD
Pay is determined based on experience qualifications and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses profit-sharing and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision basic life insurance paid parental leave disability coverage and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employees hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Diversity Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin ethnicity age disability marital status veteran status (United States positions) or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions please click here.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
