Senior Shipping & Receiving Specialist

We are an established San Diego-based biotech company that provides primary cell cultures, specialized media, and research tools to life science researchers worldwide. Our products support biomedical research, drug discovery, and advances in understanding human disease.

The Senior Shipping & Receiving Specialist is a hands-on position responsible for the preparation, shipment, and tracking of biological research products to customers worldwide. We are seeking an experienced, independent, detail-oriented individual who can take ownership of daily shipping activities and is comfortable working in laboratory, office, and shipping environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Retrieve cryopreserved cells from liquid nitrogen storage and media/reagents from refrigerated storage.
• Pack and prepare domestic and international shipments, including dry ice, blue ice, and other temperature-controlled shipments.
• Use FedEx Ship Manager and other courier systems to prepare and track shipments.
• Prepare required shipping documentation and communicate with couriers, customs brokers, distributors, customers, and regulatory agencies as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of customer orders and shipments.
• Monitor and refill liquid nitrogen tanks as needed.
• Maintain and order shipping supplies, including boxes, dry ice, blue ice, and liquid nitrogen.
• Maintain accurate shipping records and shipping and handling procedures.
• Assist with general office, laboratory, and facility operations as required, including routine cleaning, trash removal, organization, and basic maintenance.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Hands-on experience using FedEx Ship Manager and preparing domestic and international shipments.
• Experience personally packing and shipping customer orders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of daily shipping activities.
• Reliable, organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working with liquid nitrogen, dry ice, and temperature-controlled products.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• QuickBooks experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 lbs safely.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to perform routine facility and laboratory maintenance tasks.
• Experience in a biotechnology, laboratory, medical, or other regulated environment is preferred but not required.