Warehouse Associate I

Job Description

Job Description

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical , marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

Job Summary:

Nova Biomedical is seeking a Warehouse Associate I to support Distribution operations at our Waltham, MA facility. This entry-level position is responsible for ensuring finished goods, raw materials, and other inventory are accurately accounted for, processed, and organized according to Nova Biomedical’s standards.

The Warehouse Associate I will perform picking, packing, shipping, receiving, replenishment, inventory, and housekeeping activities while following documented procedures and applying sound judgment. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented warehouse environment.

Responsibilities:

• Pick, pack, and ship finished goods and raw materials accurately and safely to prevent damage while following established procedures.
• Identify and report discrepancies involving products being picked or shipped.
• Pick material issue tickets to support departments throughout Nova Biomedical.
• Load and unload delivery trucks as required, including shipments received from vendors.
• Inspect incoming goods for damage and document or acknowledge damaged products upon receipt.
• Accurately count, receive, and consolidate products within the SAP warehouse-management system.
• Receive production orders and deliver materials to the appropriate employees or departments in a timely manner.
• Notify Planning when discrepancies are identified involving production orders or materials.
• Receive and ship interplant transfers.
• Consolidate warehouse inventory to maximize available storage space.
• Perform accurate cycle counts of finished goods and raw materials as directed by the Group Lead, Manager, or Supervisor.
• Operate forklifts, walkie pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Use handheld scanners to support warehouse and inventory transactions.
• Maintain the receiving dock, staging areas, and warehouse in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Interact effectively with departments throughout Nova Biomedical and with external vendors, carriers, and freight companies.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0 to 1+ year of warehouse or distribution experience.
• Experience with picking, packing, shipping, receiving, or replenishment activities preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts, walkie pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and related warehouse equipment.
• Experience using a handheld scanner preferred.
• Hands-on experience with SAP or another warehouse-management system preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and apply sound judgment when completing assigned duties.
• Ability to take direction and work effectively within a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced warehouse setting.
• Ability to interact professionally with internal departments, vendors, carriers, and freight companies.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Able to stand, walk, and move for extended periods.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to [25–50] pounds as required.
• Comfort with performing repetitive physical tasks.
• Able to bend, reach, stoop, or climb as needed.
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions (e.g., noise, temperature, equipment).
• Proficiency in operating tools, machinery, or technical equipment.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: Onsite in Waltham, MA | Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Targeted Salary Range: $23 to $24 hourly

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

About the Company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

Explore what’s next with us at novabiomedical.com

EEO Statement:

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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