Animal Care Associate

Join Our Talent CommunityFacebookLinkedInEmailXCopy URLIf you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.Animal Care AssociateFull TimeManual Labor Montgomery, TX, US2 days agoRequisition ID: 1333ApplyAnimal Health TechnicianLocation: Montgomery, TX (Onsite)About Fortis Life SciencesFortis is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostic reagents and solutions. We partner with our customers to design, validate, and manufacture innovative solutions that solve complex scientific challenges. Across our global organization, our teams collaborate across scientific disciplines to help customers bring life-changing innovations to market with confidence.At Fortis, our mission is Pursuing a Healthier World by Creating Tomorrow's Science Today. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of quality and animal welfare.We are currently seeking an Animal Health Technician to join our team in Montgomery, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals and is looking to build a rewarding career in animal care, veterinary support, or the life sciences.What You'll DoAs an Animal Health Technician, you will play an important role in supporting the health, welfare, and daily care of research animals while ensuring all work is performed in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Quality Management System (QMS) requirements, and veterinary direction.Job ResponsibilitiesPerform daily and weekly wellness observations to monitor animal health and well-being.Recognize signs of illness, injury, discomfort, or abnormal behavior and promptly communicate concerns to supervisors or veterinary staff.Assist with routine treatments, immunizations, hoof care, deworming, and other animal care activities as assigned.Support blood collection, serum processing, and animal handling activities while maintaining humane handling practices.Assist with animal identification, inventory management, and recordkeeping.Maintain accurate documentation of treatments, observations, immunizations, and inventory within company quality systems.Clean, sanitize, and maintain animal housing, barns, equipment, and surrounding work areas.Replace bedding, perform routine housekeeping, and support biosecurity and pest control efforts.Assist with facility maintenance, landscaping, pasture upkeep, and other operational support activities.Operate farm equipment, tractors, forklifts, skid steers, or similar equipment when trained and authorized.Work collaboratively with supervisors, veterinarians, and team members to support animal welfare and scientific operations.Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.What You'll BringRequired QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED.Experience working with animals through employment, farming, volunteering, internships, or personal experience.Ability to recognize when animals require attention and communicate concerns appropriately.Strong attention to detail and commitment to following established procedures.Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.Willingness to learn new skills and work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.Preferred QualificationsCertified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential or coursework in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science, Agriculture, or a related field.Experience working with large animals such as cattle, horses, goats, sheep, rabbits, or donkeys.Experience administering injections, collecting blood samples, or supporting veterinary procedures.Experience operating farm or construction equipment.Physical RequirementsThis position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Candidates...