Supervisor, Vivarium Operations - Cage Wash

The Velocigene team is seeking a Cage Wash Supervisor to join their innovative and collaborative group. This position reports directly to the Cage Wash Manager.  As Cage Wash Supervisor you will assist management in the daily operation of the Regeneron Vivarium’s cage wash and loading dock operations.  Ensuring all caging and equipment are sanitized and processed according to regulatory standards and internal SOPs.  This position is also responsible for the basic oversight and support of waste streams, supply receipt, inventory maintenance and multiple areas associate with dirty-side operations.

You will act as a liaison with animal care staff, management, EHS and Facilities to provide support and ensure all areas of the cage wash and loading dock are properly maintained and running smoothly.

A Typical Day in the Role Might Look Like:

• Oversee daily operations, including the processing of caging materials, autoclaving supplies, routine maintenance of machines and staff oversight.
• Schedule, train, mentor, and evaluate cage wash personnel.
• Perform daily quality assurance checks and document results.  Able to address or report all deviations in a timely manner.
• Assist management in creating weekly schedules and filling service requests. 
• Ensure adequate staffing and coverage for all shifts and assist when needed.
• Understand and follow all policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state, local and federal agencies, including adherence to the “Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals”.   
• Working with internal Facilities Operations group to maintain facility, equipment and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and alarms. 
• Monitor and maintain rack washers, robotic cage washing systems, bulk autoclaves, tabletop autoclaves, dump stations, water flush systems, chemical dispensing systems and other associated operational equipment.
• Adherence to internal EHS guidelines and ability to readjust operations as guidelines evolve. 
• Order, receive and maintain inventory of supplies such as bedding, chemicals, PPE, caging, caging components, feed and enrichment.
• Manage daily workflow of reusable PPE stocking, collection and laundry pickup.  
• Coordinate equipment repairs, including coordination with vendors. 
• Maintain areas as “inspection ready” at all times.
• Operate under and enforces strict adherence to safety protocols, biosecurity measures, proper use of PPE and institutional SOPs to ensure safe a working environment at all times.
• Maintain support areas such as, feed rooms, necropsy rooms, animal receiving rooms, chemical storage and supply storage rooms.

This Job Might Be for You If You:

• Have an interest in science and enjoy hands-on work.
• Thrive in a team environment, can collaborate effectively, and work independently when needed. 
• Have excellent verbal, written, time management, organizational and communication skills. 
• Have a strong attention to detail and can follow procedures accurately. 
• Are comfortable asking questions, providing feedback, and taking initiative. 

A High School Diploma or equivalent technical certification is required. Two or more years of experience operating in a lead role in a cage wash environment.  AALAS certification at the ALAT level, or equivalent years of working experience. Strong understand of sanitation procedures and the use of traditional cleaning chemicals typically used in a cage wash setting. Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities. Basic ability to use Outlook, email, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Word, and internal IT applications.  The ability to stand for long periods of time, perform repetitive motions, work around chemicals and operate in an environment that may get wet, have elevated temperature and mechanical noise.  Perform physical duties such as breaking down pallets, disassembling caging and equipment, processing bulk supplies and moving large drums of chemicals. Operation of a forklift, electric pallet jack, bulk bedding hoist and other associated equipment necessary to maintain operations.

Work Environment:

This position involves physical demands, including but not limited to:

• Lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, pushing, pulling, and moving supplies and equipment.
• Extended periods of walking and standing.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Working in environments with potential noise, increased temperature, wet surfaces and allergens.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Weekend and Holiday Requirements:

This role is classified as essential personnel, meaning weekend and holiday