Production Operator Animal Resources

BD

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Grayson, Georgia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Production Operator will perform health checks, administer medications, and assist with daily animal care and immunization protocols. Additionally, the role involves maintaining animal facility environments, equipment, and pasture surroundings.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma/GED and experience working with laboratory or farm animals. You possess good manual dexterity, can handle moderately heavy lifting, and are comfortable with prolonged sitting/standing/walking. A valid Georgia driver's license and a willingness to perform tasks such as animal care, immunization, and record maintenance are also required.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Animal Handler

ALAT certification

blood collection

immunization

antibiotics administration

topical medication application

basic math

driver's license

Job Description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform incoming health and quality assurance checks for incoming animals.

  • Administer antibiotics, analgesics and anesthetics as required by protocol or by consulting Veterinarian.

  • Assist in maintaining Animal Resource records for care and use of all animals.

  • Perform all tasks necessary to maintain clean environmental animal cages, ie, daily cleaning of building floors, animal cages, feeders and other related equipment.

  • Assist and perform tasks necessary to maintain animal health.  These tasks include feeding of all animals and applying general topical medication required to maintain animal health.

  • Assists in daily production tasks including blood collection and immunization of rabbits, rats and other animals as required.

  • Perform various immunizations protocols for all animals, rabbits, goats, sheep, mice rats and other animals as required.  Types of immunizations include IP, IM, IV, SC, IA and IC. Perform blood collection procedures mainly for rabbits and other animals as required.

  • Operate and maintain tractor and accessory equipment.

  • Maintains pasture and fence surroundings.

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Must be able to lift moderately heavy weights.

  • Must be able to endure prolonged sitting/standing/walking.

  • Must have good manual dexterity in hands.

  • Must be non-allergic to any animal species used in manufacturing or research applications.

Education and Experience:

  • High School diploma/GED preferred.

  • Valid Georgia driver’s license.

  • Experience as an Animal Handler or experience working with laboratory and farm animals in a production or research facility is plus.

  • Assistant Lab Animal Tech (ALAT) certification is preferred.

  • Must be able to read, write, analyze, and evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams, and perform basic math.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers 

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA GA - Grayson

Additional Locations

Work Shift

US BD 1st Shift 6am-230pm (United States of America)

BD

BD is one of the world's largest medical technology companies that produce and sell medical equipment, medical systems and reagents, dedicated to improving human health around the world. BD focuses on improving drug treatment, improving the quality and speed of diagnosis of infectious diseases, and promoting the research and discovery of new drugs and vaccines. BD has strong research and development capabilities to fight many of the world's most intractable diseases. Founded in New York in 1897, the company is headquartered in Franklin Lake, New Jersey, USA and employs more than 25000 people in about 50 countries around the world. The company's clients include medical institutions, life sciences research institutes, clinical laboratories, industrial units and the general public.
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