Logistics Tech I
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Job Location:
Cambridge, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Description & Requirements
The Broad Institute is an amazing place - we apply our deep knowledge of human genetics to empower a revolution in biomedicine and accelerate the pace at which the world conquers disease. Through our partnerships with MIT Harvard and the Harvard teaching hospitals weve become a worldwide hub of cutting-edge was founded to explore the applications of genomic medicine and now conducts research in infectious disease cancer and inherited disease along with basic research in the life sciences.
This role is responsible for cage wash processing logistics and inventory in a state-of-the-art facility. Completes facility duties according to standard operating procedures while ensuring a consistent sanitization program.
Operates mechanical cage wash units bulk steam sterilizers decontamination equipment
and material-transfer vacuum systems according to standard operating procedures and
manufacturer instructions.
Develops and implements standard operating procedures to provide a safe environment
and quality supplies.
Documents organizes and maintains preventative maintenance records and manufacturer
specification materials.
Processes all animal cage components & related equipment through mechanical cage
bottle rack or tunnel washers.
Responsible for maintaining adequate levels of sanitization chemicals.
Oversight of bulk bedding silos.
Maintains fixed equipment filters air-handler and cage-top filters.
Performs quality assurance monitoring and record-keeping ensuring proper sanitation.
Must have an in-depth understanding of equipment maintenance washing equipment
operation and safety components cleaning and sterilization cycles.
Ensures compliance with required regulations and consistently follows program and
institutional procedures and policies.
Must be able to troubleshoot and report mechanical failures immediately to management.
Other related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
High School diploma or GED and at least 2 years employed in a vivarium operations position. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with facilities and research staff as well as vendors. Weekend and holiday work may be required. AALAS certification preferred. Must work well independently and as a cross-functional team-member. This position qualifies as an essential employee. Employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of an occupational health assessment for working with laboratory animals. Must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 300lbs.
The Broad Institute will not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity.
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- EDI
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Experience
- Office Experience
- Dispatching
- Microsoft Excel
- Logistics
About Company
Broad Institute is a multidisciplinary community of researchers on a mission to improve human health.
