Charles River Laboratories Hiring for Senior Site Manager Animal Production and Surgical Operations Job at Hollister, CA Full Time

We are seeking a Sr. Site Manager for our Research Model & Services site located in Hollister, CA.

* $10,000 Signing Bonus *

As the Sr. Site Manager, you will direct all operational responsibilities for production of small animal (rodents) models at the site. You will drive efficiencies and improve quality output in production and surgical operations by identifying key performance areas and applying resources for direct benefit. You will maintain oversight of commercial opportunities and development of key relationships with industry stakeholders (internal and external to Charles River) for improved positioning of Hollister animal models business and value-add service capabilities. You will keep within industry standards, develop operational training programs and implement through our Animal Welfare Specialist to ensure regulatory compliance and high quality model standards are met. You will also trouble shoot customer issues and implement corrective actions to improve product offering

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop new site capabilities and portfolio offerings for revenue growth in commercial research models business in Hollister.
• Manage operational training program effectiveness and drive implementation through Animal Welfare Specialist to keep site compliant with regulatory and industry standards.
• Review operational practices and develop / implement drive efficiencies to increase competitiveness in commercial market.
• Leadership of the accreditation process with AAALAC.
• Primary site contact for external and internal QA audits related to animal model production.
• Manage activities of assigned group(s) to ensure effective performance of function.
• Interview and select qualified exempt- and non-exempt level departmental personnel.
• Recommend, review and approve personnel actions, including hiring, promotions and raises. Partner with Human Resources in the handling of disciplinary issues. Prepare and/or approve appropriate personnel action paperwork.
• Identify training and development needs of direct reports. Develop and oversee the implementation of departmental training programs, including orientation; monitor training programs to ensure ongoing effectiveness.
• Monitor performance of direct reports. Provide regular coaching and counseling. Prepare and deliver salary and performance reviews; review and approve performance and salary appraisals initiated by direct reports.
• Authorize overtime as needed. Review and approve time cards. Review and approve vacation/time off requests and coordinate vacation/time off schedules.
• Assist in the development of short- and long-range operating objectives, organizational structure, and staffing requirements. Assist in the development of a departmental plan for backup and succession of supervisory staff and key technical personnel.
• Assist in the development and recommendation of departmental budget. Authorize expenditures in accordance with budget. Approve budget and expenses of subordinates.
• Ensure optimum performance of group function. Determine and implement techniques to improve productivity, increase efficiencies, cut costs, take advantage of opportunities, and maintain state-of-the-art practices.
• Develop and maintain departmental systems and SOPs. Assist in the development and communication of departmental policies and procedures. Partner with Human Resources to develop and approve job descriptions for subordinate positions; ensure communication of duties and responsibilities to employees.
• Support the policy of equal employment opportunity through Affirmative action in all personnel actions including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotions, training, work assignments, and salary actions etc.
• Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or Master’s of Science or Business Management/Administration.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

• Must possess excellent partnering, facilitating, influencing, negotiating and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have well organizational competencies and creative thinking/problem-solving ability.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Experience:

• Animal: 3 years (Preferred)
• Supervisory: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location