Operations Trainee $21.50hr - Sacramento CA

The Jackson LaboratoryThe Jackson LaboratorySacramento, California, United States
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Posted

9/29/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$22 - $22/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

Operations Trainees are responsible for the acquisition, sanitation, distribution, and minor maintenance of equipment and supplies in animal facilities. They also perform quality control on materials and ensure compliance with all safety procedures and policies.

Requirements overview

Successful applicants must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED and the ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs. Candidates must be able to maintain accurate records and learn sanitation methods to ensure the well-being of laboratory animals.

Key skills

SanitationEquipment maintenanceWarehouse operationsQuality controlRecord keepingPhysical laborSafety complianceTeamwork

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Education requirements

high school

About The Jackson Laboratory

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Employees

2,291

Type

Nonprofit

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

OVERVIEW • The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, 501(c)3 nonprofit biomedical research institution founded in 1929 in Bar Harbor, Maine. • Our mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health. • We are a global team of nearly 3,000 people at 11 locations in Maine, Connecticut, California, New York, and Japan and in remote locations around the world. • With a 2023 operating budget of $628M, JAX has substantial impact on our local communities. RESEARCH • With more than 60 faculty members, our diverse and multidisciplinary research programs include the National Cancer Institute-designated JAX Cancer Center, as well as coordinated research centers focused on addiction, aging, Alzheimer’s and dementias, genomics and computational biology, precision genetics and rare disease. • JAX has had a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center since 1983, and is one of only seven institutes in the United States that has received this designation for its contributions to basic cancer research. • Our researchers have made significant contributions to medical progress, including bone marrow and organ transplants, stem cell therapies and in vitro fertilization. EDUCATION • We offer comprehensive educational programs for scientists throughout their careers, from high school students and teachers, to researchers at all experience levels, and for clinical providers interested in incorporating genetics and genomics into their practices. RESOURCES • Over 2,400 organizations in 68 countries rely on over 13,000 strains of genetically-specialized JAX® Mice and research services in a wide range of therapeutic areas. • Our Mouse Genome Informatics database is the world’s source for information on mouse genetics and biology.

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Science & ResearchManufacturingLogisticsHealthcare

Description

Full-Time Trainee Warehouse/Operations positions available! No prior experience necessary and training is provided. Hourly wage is $21.50/hour! Your career begins here at The Jackson Laboratory (JAX)! The Operations Trainee program offers a great opportunity to hard working individuals who are motivated to succeed in a team environment. We will provide the training you need for a successful career working at The Jackson Laboratory. Operations Trainees are responsible for participating in the acquisition, sanitation, distribution, and minor maintenance of all equipment and supplies required for operation of animal facilities. This is a full-time position that offers a dynamic and supportive work environment. Receive excellent pay - $21.50 per hour starting pay Receive regularly scheduled pay increases with the ability to increase your pay 25% in 2 years! Take advantage of tuition reimbursement support and educational opportunities for career growth and advancement with the Lab. JAX offers a comprehensive benefits package including a medical plan, outstanding retirement plan, and generous paid time off. Employees receive access to health and wellness programs, including an onsite fitness center, and participation in employee appreciation and recognition activities. Responsibilities: Operates tunnel washers, bottle washing machines, de-capping machines and rack washers Sanitizing soiled supplies and equipment into the CSA (Clean Supply Area) Organizes floor area receiving soiled materials and equipment through rapid roll doors Performs maintenance on pallets Complies with all safety procedures and policies Quality control all materials and equipment to ensure optimal standards Qualifications: Successful applicants must have a minimum of HS diploma or GED Employment will require successful completion of references, background check, pre-employment physical, Ability to perform physical tasks on a regular basis, including manipulating heavy objects, climbing step ladders, pushing, pulling, and regularly lifting of up to 50 lbs. Ability to maintain accurate records Ability to learn sanitation methods to meet criteria needed to maintain the health status and ensure the well-being of mice Overtime required as needed. Some weekend work required Pay Rate: $21.50hr About JAX: The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health. Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org​​​​​​​. EEO Statement: The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Requirements

  • •Sanitation
  • •Equipment maintenance
  • •Warehouse operations
  • •Quality control
  • •Record keeping
  • •Physical labor
  • •Safety compliance
  • •Teamwork

Benefits

  • •Medical plan
  • •Retirement plan
  • •Paid time off
  • •Tuition reimbursement
  • •Health and wellness programs
  • •Onsite fitness center
  • •Employee recognition activities

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