Mary Young-Wheeler
Greenfield,IN
Summary
Laboratory Animal Technician with 20+ years of experience maintaining high standards of welfare in AAALAC accredited facility. Adept at reconstitution of dose formations and substance administration of rats and mice, colony management, and strict biocontainment procedures.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Coordinator
Inotiv
Indianapolis, IN
02.2002 - 02.2026
- Coordinated shipping schedules to ensure timely dispatch of products from 1 to 7 days per week.
- Managed documentation processes for compliance with regulatory standards and shipping protocols.
- Collaborated with customer service and trucking to streamline freight operations and reduce operational costs.
- Trained new staff on shipping protocols.
- Prepared weekly/weekend shipping schedules every 3 months.
- Prepared and maintained accurate records of shipments and deliveries to enable tracking history and acquire consistent.
- Coordinated international shipments, navigating customs requirements and import/export laws for efficient delivery of goods.
- Established strong working relationships across 8 departments, fostering a cohesive and collaborative work environment.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve shipping problems.
- Managed inventory by conducting regular audits, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and optimizing space utilization.
- Resolved shipment issues promptly by collaborating with internal teams and external partners to find effective solutions.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries regarding shipment status or concerns in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with sales team members to ensure seamless integration between order processing and shipment coordination activities.
- Generated end-of-day reports covering shipments.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during periods of high volume by effectively reallocating resources within the team.
- Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
- Coordinated with sales and production teams to ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipments.
- Packed, secured, and labeled to prepare items for shipment.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Handled day-to-day shipping.
- Utilized Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams daily to perform job requirements.
Animal Tech
Inotiv
Indianapolis, IN
02.2002 - 02.2026
- Conducted routine health checks on laboratory animals 2 times daily ensuring compliance with ethical standards.
- Maintained accurate records of animal care activities 7 days a week.
- Monitored environmental conditions within animal housing to ensure optimal living conditions.
- Trained new staff fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
- Managed inventory for operational efficiency in the facility.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing animal care.
- Reduced stress for animals during handling by utilizing appropriate restraint techniques and methods.
- Enhanced facility cleanliness by performing regular sanitation tasks, including cleaning animal enclosures and equipment.
- Improved animal health by conducting routine monitoring and maintaining detailed records of animal behavior and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper animal nutrition by distributing specialized diets according to customer specific requirements.
- Monitored breeding programs, facilitating successful mating and offspring care for various strains of rats and mice.
- Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors to address any concerns or issues related to animal care promptly and effectively.
- Safeguarded both animals and staff by adhering to strict safety protocols while handling hazardous substances or equipment.
- Maintained accurate inventory of supplies, ordering necessary materials as needed to ensure adequate stock levels.
- Developed strong relationships with animals in care through consistent positive interactions, promoting trust between humans and animals.
- Conducted behavioral observations for research purposes, helping advance knowledge within the field of animal behavior studies.
- Maintained enrichment programs designed to stimulate natural behaviors among captive animals and improve overall welfare conditions in their habitats.
- Collected, prepared and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, and microscopic examination.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications.
- Prepared instrument packs for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Assisted with euthanasia of animals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eastern Hancock Jr./Sr. High School
Charlottesville, Indiana 05.1988
Skills
Adaptability
Continuous improvement
Record keeping
Inventory counts
Inventory monitoring and management
Cleaning and sanitizing
Problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Documentation
Schedule planning
Adaptability
Timeline
Shipping Coordinator
Inotiv
02.2002 - 02.2026
Animal Tech
Inotiv
02.2002 - 02.2026
High School Diploma -
Eastern Hancock Jr./Sr. High School