Technician I (R&D)

Position Status: Entry level, Full-time; Non-Exempt
Position Level: 5c
Reports To: R&D Supervisor
Location: Islamorada, FL

Organization Description:
Founded in 1998, Shrimp Improvement Systems (SIS) produces genetically improved and Specific Pathogen Free P vannamei shrimp broodstock. The organization consists of a Nucleus Breeding Center, production tanks, hatchery and administrative buildings, and has proven to be ideal for both shrimp breeding and broodstock multiplication. Shrimp
Improvement Systems is one of the leading producers of SPF vannamei in the worldwide shrimp aquaculture industry.

Job Summary:
As a key member of the organization, the Technician I will play an important role in the process of providing daily care of the broodstock animals. Under the direction of the Department Manager (or designee), the Technician I will contribute to all aspects of feeding and caring for the animals that may include sorting, transfers, breeding, feeding, tagging, selecting and grow out of various species of shrimp. The Technician I will ensure that the animals consistently have a clean and safe environment in order to gain optimum growth and health standards per Shrimp Improvement Systems protocols.

Supervisory Duties: None

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Perform all duties accurately and according to the department protocols, providing optimal quality and care to the animals and organization property at all times.
2. Ability to handle the animals with care as required in performing all husbandry duties.
3. Feed animals properly and according to schedule.
4. Ability to sort, select and participate in the breeding and/or grow out process as assigned.
5. Monitor tank water quality and amount; adjust or clean as required; monitor parameters, and algae.
6. Conduct daily tank flushing, water exchanges and treatments.
7. Ability to work with various chemicals such as bleach or acid, following all safety protocols.
8. Assist with updating and monitoring supply inventory.
9. Accurately follow standard operating procedures as assigned.
10. Work to continuously improve operations with respect to quality, safety and inventory levels.
11. Assist in maintaining a clean environment on the campus, following all health and safety guidelines and all biosecurity protocols
12. Maintain confidentiality of company proprietary information.
13. Perform other duties as needed or directed by supervisor or manager.

Required Competencies:
1. Teamwork 6. Oral Communication 11. Quantity
2. Attendance and Punctuality 7. Initiative 12. Quality
3. Adaptability 8. Achievement Focus 13. Consistency
4. Accuracy and Precision 9. Dependability 14. Safety and Security
5. Attention to Communications 10. Ethics

Required Education and Experience:
1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Must have basic reading and math skills.
3. Commitment to quality work in a fast paced environment is a must.

Preferred Education and Experience:
1. 1 -3 years of aquaculture experience is preferred but not required.
2. Good math skills.

Travel Requirements:
Little to no travel is expected with this position.

Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to work at least 40 hours per week; may include nights, weekends, holidays and/or on-call. Regular attendance and punctuality is essential to carry out the duties of this position.
2. Ability to lift or carry up to 70 lbs.
3. Ability to work outdoors, doing physical work in hot temperatures, often on wet and/or uneven surfaces; standing for long periods of time.
4. Working conditions may also include getting into the tanks and working in wet conditions with the animals.
5. Ability to perform fine manipulations with hands and fingers.
6. Ability to work with and around chemicals such as bleach and acid, following all safety guidelines.
7. Must adhere to all safety guidelines, using safety equipment when required for specific tasks.

All applicants will be subject to background checks, including a drug screen. If job duties require applicant to drive, a valid driver’s license is required, with a clean driving record.

Relocation assistance will not be provided. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Shrimp Improvement System LLC offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance,
401K and paid vacation, holidays and sick time for all full-time employees. Part-time employees work up to 20 hours per week with no benefits except for those required by federal and state law and eligibility for 401k participation after 6 months of employment.

Contact Information:
All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three professional references.If you have a college degree, please include a copy of your transcripts.
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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise or delete information in this description.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Shrimp Improvement Systems LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Ability to Commute:

Islamorada, FL 33036 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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