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This opportunity is located within our AFB International business, the global science and technology leader in pet food palatability. We develop and produce a full range of liquid and dry palatability enhancers using high-quality ingredients proven to optimize companion animal response and consumption. Click here (http://afbinternational.com/about/) to learn more.

Job Description

Join Our Team as an Animal Care Technician!

Do you have a passion for animals and a desire to make a real difference in their lives? We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Animal Care Technician to join our team and help provide exceptional care for animals in accordance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA). If you’re committed to animal welfare and ready to take on a rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:As an Animal Care Technician, your role will involve a variety of duties that directly impact the health and well-being of the animals in your care. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Compassionate Animal Care: Provide love, care, and attention to all animals, ensuring they are treated with the respect they deserve.

+ Feeding and Care: Prepare and serve meals, conduct feeding trials, and ensure animals always have access to fresh water.

+ Sanitation & Safety: Keep animal enclosures clean and odor-free, while maintaining the highest safety standards.

+ Animal Enrichment: Help socialize, exercise, and provide olfactory/natural enrichment for dogs and cats.

+ Health Monitoring: Observe and report animal behaviors, health conditions, and report any concerns to the appropriate team members.

+ Daily Documentation & Reports: Accurately record animal information, complete necessary visual management charts, and contribute to daily huddles.

+ Other Duties as Assigned: Assist with animal introductions, manage supplies, and help with the acquisition of new animals as needed.

Qualifications:We’re looking for someone who brings both a passion for animal care and the necessary experience to excel in the role:

Required:

+ High school diploma or equivalent

Desired:

+ Bachelor’s degree in animal science (preferred)

+ Minimum of 1 year of experience in animal care

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

+ Ability to safely follow safety protocols and established safety standards

+ Passion for working with animals and socializing them in a positive, off-leash environment

+ Capability to assess animal health and provide proper care

+ Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

+ Strong communication skills and attention to detail

+ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform other physical tasks as needed

Physical Demands:This role requires physical activity including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and using hands to handle animals. You will need to have good vision and be able to perform tasks that require close attention and physical exertion.

Why Join Us?

+ Be part of a team that makes a tangible impact on animal welfare every day

+ Work in a supportive, caring environment where your contributions matter

+ Gain hands-on experience and the opportunity to grow in the field of animal care

If you're passionate about animal welfare and ready for a challenging yet rewarding role, apply today to join our team of dedicated animal care professionals!

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.

Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world.

Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense.

Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)

We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision.

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+ AFB is the leader in pet food flavor enhancers. Ensuring product performance for pet food manufacturers—and their customers—is our business.

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