Senior Supervisor Facilities Support in Rensselaer, New York at Taconic Biosciences, Inc.

Do you enjoy hands on work, learning new things, and are you looking for a career with a purpose? If you have a passion for operations, supporting a strong team and have attention to detail, we want to hear from you!

The Location: Taconic Biosciences is seeking a Senior Supervisor Facilities Support to support our Rensselaer site.

The Pay: The position starts at $60,000/yr. Exact compensation may vary based on education, or technical skills directly related to the role.

The Schedule: Monday-Friday, normal first shift hours.

What we offer:

• Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!
• 20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Work life balance
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success
• All employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insurance

If you are looking for a rewarding career and the opportunity to grow, apply today!

The Role:

The Senior Supervisor Facilities Facilities Support position is responsible for supervising Warehouse and Support functions at the site level. Ensure accurate receiving, inventory control, sterilization, and distribution of raw materials as needed to support internal and external stakeholders. Supports Taconic's strategies and promotes a healthy and safe work environment.

Essential Job Functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives to improve employees. Ensures staff remain up to date with company assigned training.
• Master and maintain accurate records in an ERP system including managing inventory items, running reports, troubleshooting issues and support other system users.
• Coordinates the receiving of material coming into the building(s) by vendors, or other warehouses accurately and promptly.
• Ensures that all received goods are 100% verified against the quantity, description, and expected quality of materials for incoming orders.
• Oversees put-a-way strategies to ensure the optimal organization of products according to correct orientation and environmental capacities.
• Document non-conformances diligently and accurately upon receipt or discovery of damaged goods.
• Perform physical counts in accordance with End of Year and standard Cycle Count schedules.
• Supports the delivery of raw materials within site to locations via transfer order process.
• Ensures site safety by escalating safety concerns and reporting near misses and injuries in accordance with Taconic's policies.
• Coordinates routine servicing on equipment, pallet jacks and vehicles.
• Supports training activities for Taconic Warehouse staff nationally/internationally as needed.
• Support Taconic Hazardous Waste Storage and Disposal program. Including ensuring proper labeling, handling, and the coordination of qualified pickup.
• Assists the department in coordinating the cleaning, loading, autoclaving, and delivery of supplies to animal rooms.
• Assist in the completion of area responsibilities. Verify accurate completion of tasks by area personnel.
• Train and enforce Standard Operating Procedures and established Work Instructions.
• Lead and motivate direct reports.
• Operate as a working supervisor who can step in and support work during absences and PTO.
• Loading, unloading, running, and performing multiple duties at the time.
• Processing (i.e. euthanasia), documenting, and packing surplus animals for sale or disposal.
• Prepares orders for UPS, FedEx, or truck deliveries.

Experience Requirements:

• Experience in skilled or technical assignments requiring previous training to perform operations and resolve problems
• 1-3 years of relevant experience and/or training
• Associates degree (A.A) from a two-year college or technical school, or technical/managerial experience at an equivalent level
• Understanding of LEAN principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) helpful.
• Mechanical aptitude helpful.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular physical exertion is required such as climbing, crouching, crawling, and/or lifting items up to 50 pounds.
• Limited use of chemicals, protective measures, and/or work with heavy machinery may be required. Regular exposure to extremes in temperature, outdoor weather, and/or noise levels occurs within the work environment, and/or access to the work environment may be restricted.

Allergen Disclosure:

Due to the nature of the work performed at Taconic, employees may be exposed to allergens in the workplace, even if their positions do not involve the direct handling of animals or animal bedding. While individuals with preexisting allergies and/or asthma may be particularly sensitive to these exposures, anyone can experience a reaction.

About Us:

With a history of over 65 years of excellence, Taconic Biosciences is a global team of the best problem solvers in the industry. We partner with our clients to develop winning research strategies that accelerate the discoveries for prevention and treatment of disease.

Taconic employees all over the world show up every day to deliver the best solutions for our clients while caring for ourselves, each other, and especially our animals. If you are a respectful, compassionate individual with a can-do attitude and a desire to do the right thing, we want you to join us!

Better Together at Taconic

Awareness, Action, & Respect. Taconic Biosciences is taking an active and intentional role in fostering a company culture that values and appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals, by promoting fairness and equity. Being you is what allows you to bring your best self to work. We are committed to making Taconic a safe and fair workplace for everyone. We are better together. 

Taconic Biosciences is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, and all other categories protected by law.