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Cage Wash Technician

Laboratory Corporation
Huntingdon
1 month ago
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Labcorp is currently looking for a hard-working, motivated individual to join our team as aCage Wash Technicianat our site in Alconbury, Cambridgeshire.

In this ‘hands on role’ you will be responsible for providing sanitised caging and associated equipment to our animal facilities whilst complying with health and safety, COSHHand other industry regulations. You will need the confidence to deal with your stakeholders, be a good all round communicator and the ability to make decisions under pressure. The hours of work will beMonday – Friday 8.30am – 5pm.

Candidates would ideally have experience in a similar working environment (such as a factory or warehouse, hospital/laboratory support or industrial laundry).

Labcorp is one of the world’s largest and most successful contract research organisations working with some of the leading pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, crop protection and chemical companies. Our company has experienced impressive growth over recent years, by creating a work environment that encourages talented individuals to thrive and make a difference.

Your main responsibilities will be:

  • Maintaining a clean and orderly working environment throughout the relevant areas of the animal facility

  • Removing waste from cages/pens and processing through the relevant waste disposal stream

  • Maintaining and cleaning equipment and animal accommodation

  • Receipt and storage of consumables goods

  • Assisting in the movement of animals, maintaining strict adherence to animal welfare

Education/Qualifications

  • Good literacy and numeracy skills

Experience

  • The ability to learn, and the capability to develop skills further.

  • Previous experience in a similar role

A full UK drivers licence would be advantageous, but not essential

What Labcorp can offer you

  • Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and a contributory pension

  • Unrivalled opportunities to develop a successful career in the scientific industry

  • Career development opportunities. With the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose, you will be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring, training and personalized development planning

  • Ability to work with a variety of different people and clients on wide-ranging projects

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

We encourage all to apply

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