No Relocation Assistance Offered
157623 - Topeka, Kansas, United States
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Toms of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hills Pet Nutrition.
We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving childrens oral health.
If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people and their pets? What about having the opportunity to connect with others across the world, full of stimulating discussions, and making impactful contributions? If this is how you see your career, Hills is the place to be!
What we offer :40,000 - $46,000 USD annual salary (based on experience)Merit increase every year based on performanceAdvancement OpportunitiesGreat Culture & work environmentMedical, Dental & Vision Coverage for employee & eligible dependents - Start on Day 1Basic Life Insurance for you and eligible dependents3 weeks Paid VacationPaid Parental LeavePaid HolidaysSaving & Investment Plan with Company MatchTuition Assistance - up to $10,000 per yearEmployee Assistance ProgramAccess to discounted Company productsUniforms and shoe allowance (annually)Non-smoking facilityThe Animal Care and Research Technician (ACRT)will provide high quality care for our pet partners. Individuals in this position support new and existing product-development activities through animal care, hygiene and sanitation, food service, data collection, and equipment operation.Principal Duties and Responsibilities :Animal Health and HygieneEnsures animal health and hygiene through exercise, training, bathing, grooming, and enrichment activitiesTrims nails, expresses anal glands, and perform other routine proceduresAdministers medications, vaccines, and treatments prescribed by a veterinarianApplies behavioral principles as part of a learning or treatment process to modify and improve animal behaviorLearns, understands and adheres to Hill's Global Animal Care and Use policy & Hill's Animal Colony Standard Operating ProceduresCleaning and SanitationCleans and disinfects canine and feline single and group housing units, enrichment areas and other areas of the facility, toys, pet bedding, and feeding areas and equipmentCleans and maintains litter boxes for distributionLaunders and maintains pet bedding, towels, and other items for as neededMaintains accurate and current sanitation schedule and recordsFood ServiceAccurately fills pet feeding containers as directed by daily test scheduleCoordinates with other team members to deliver and pickup food containersAccurately weighs food returns and records data in the animal management system databaseWashes, organizes, and stores food containers and watering bowlsData CollectionCollects blood, urine, and stool for testingRecords body weights, temperature, body condition scores, blood pressure measurements, heart rates, etc.Assists with dental prophy, ultrasound, acupuncture, and DEXA proceduresMaintains knowledge of ongoing feeding studies and communicates observations / issuesEquipment OperationOperates, calibrates and checks food and body weight scales
Operates hand-held data terminals and computers (e.g., Word, Excel, Lotus Notes) and other applications
Troubleshoots mechanical issues with computer systems, feeders, or equipment
Requirements :Graduation or GED from accredited High School and 1 year of experience in a licensed animalA Bachelor's. degree in animal or biological sciences may substitute for the 1 year of experience requirementPreferred Qualifications include :Credentialed Licensed Veterinary Technician Certification;Veterinary Hospital experience; Prior clinical / research experience.Expected areas of skills :Experience with Google based applications such as Sheets, Docs, Drive.Must be able to :Come to work as needed, to arrive on time, and to work overtime.Work variable work schedules including weekends and holidays.Tolerate working conditions that do not exceed safe limits such as heat, cold, humidity, noise, drafts, dust, odors, elevations, and enclosed spaces for extended period of time each day.Work with approved industrial chemicals.Work with species of animals including, but not limited to, cats and dogs.Successfully meet minimum requirements of the PNC Animal Colony Functional Capacity Evaluation.Stand, bend, pull, push, and lift up to 50# repetitively on a daily basis.Hear (either naturally or with assistance) any animal vocalizations.See (either naturally or with corrective lenses) and interpret visual signals from a computer screen and keyboard, or other electronic devices.Compensation and BenefitsSalary Range $ - $ USD
Pay is based on multiple non-discriminatory, individualized factors including but not limited to experience, job-related knowledge and education, skills and office / market location. In addition to base salary, salaried employees are eligible for annual discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing and, for Executive-level (salary grade 16 and above) roles only, long-term incentives in the form of Restricted Stock Units and / or Stock Options.
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefits plans then in effect, all salaried employees are also eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes :
Insurance : Employees (and their eligible dependents) are eligible to participate in Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Disability insurance plans.Retirement Plans : Employees are eligible to enroll in Colgate's 401(k) plan, which provides for company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirementsVacation / PTO : Employees receive a minimum of 15 days of vacation / PTO leave annuallyPaid Holidays : Employees receive a minimum of 13 paid / floating holidays annuallyPaid Sick Leave : Based on location and consistent with applicable state and local law, employees receive a minimum of 40 hours of paid sick leave on January 1st of each yearPaid Parental Leave : Eligible employees may take up to eight weeks of paid parental leave and 12 weeks of unpaid leave (varies for employees with fewer than 12 months of service and is subject to hours worked requirements)Our Commitment to SustainabilityWith the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our business and create positive social impact. We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionAchieving our purpose starts with our people ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.
Equal Opportunity EmployerColgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.
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Salary : $40,000 - $46,000
