Warehouse Technician II

LGC Biosearch Technologies locations Petaluma and Novato, CA, as well as our sister site in Denmark, represent a focused, collaborative culture of producing mission-critical genomics components, primarily oligonucleotides and supporting reagents, for our diverse customer base. We believe in Science for a Safer World and have embodied our mission by supporting first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic where our Biosearch Technologies portfolio has been and continues to be enabling millions of PCR tests worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organization.

Position Summary:

The Warehouse Technician II is a dedicated and reliable person responsible for personally handling material inventories, goods-in activities, and related operations in Petaluma. You will meet and advance the growing demands of LGC's supply chain management and organization following ISO 9001 and 13485 GMP standards. Join us in contributing significantly to our operations!

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential functions satisfactorily.

Areas of Responsibility:

While mentorship would come from management, the Warehouse Technician II would primarily work independently, focusing on tasks involving warehouse operations, organization, and inventory management.

Essential Functions:

• Support all inventory and warehouse-related tasks in Petaluma.
• Work within a Goods Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment to uphold GMP and ISO 13485 standards.
• Provide support to Receiving (Goods-In) and other Warehouse Inventory staff, working in tandem with them.
• Address opportunities involving purchased and manufactured goods, and support solution builds related to Receiving & Inventory processes.
• Support stockroom inventory and ordering requests, adhering to Lean and FIFO inventory management practices.
• Apply inventory tracking systems and review levels of supplies.
• Support robust cycle counting functionalities.
• Work daily with cross-functional teams including EHS, Facilities, Procurement, Production, Material Handling, and Operations.
• Support Quality Control and Assurance in the release of inbound materials.
• Manage the safe, clean, and efficient operation of the warehouse and production floor inventory shelving areas to meet 5S and OSHA standards.
• Ensure that relevant equipment is applied and maintained efficiently.
• Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with both internal & external customers.
• Stock inventory to assigned locations using manual and barcode scanning methods.
• Support supply chain Lean methods, and proactively work to resolve bottlenecks.
• Adhere to existing SOP documentation to ensure Inventory and Receiving processes are in line with business needs.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Schedule/Core Hours – Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm with potential for added hours as the workload requires. As an Exempt (salaried) position, overtime pay is not included.
• Adhere to company Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policy.
• Heavy use of ERP, MES, and desktop work.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Familiarity with inventory management
• HS degree or comparable experience
• Regular use of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word
• Use of a web browser
• ERP system familiarity; FMP and/or IFS a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Flexibility to changing operating conditions
• Ability to influence performance and team development
• Prioritization and delegation of daily/weekly tasks
• Daily use of computers in an ERP setting
• Solid knowledge of data analysis, inventory management software, and forecasting techniques
• Enthusiastic great teammate with outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
• Capable of working autonomously, self-motivated
• Skilled at operating in a rapid and fluid work setting
• Able to lift 40lbs.
• Kanban familiarity
• HAZWOPER certification is an advantage
• Familiarity with forklift operation suggested, certification beneficial
• Warehouse environment experience a plus

Physical Requirements:

The physical expectations detailed here represent what an employee needs to meet in order to successfully fulfill the key responsibilities of this role. Reasonable accommodations can be arranged to support individuals with disabilities in completing the essential responsibilities.

OCCASIONAL: Under 15% of the time during a standard week

OCCASIONAL: between 15% and 45% of the time in a typical week

OCCASIONAL: 45% to 70% of the time in a typical week

CONTINUOUS: More than 70% of the time during a standard week

Activity n/a intermediate occasional frequent continuous

SPEAK x

HEAR x

SMELL/TASTE x

ACTIVITY N/A INTERM. OCCAS. FREQUENT. CONT.

WALK x

STAND x

SIT x

BEND OR STOOP x

KNEEL OR SQUAT x

CLIMB x

WORK WITH ARMS ABOVE SHOULDER x

LIFT OR CARRY WEIGHTS UNDER 5 LBS. x

Lift or move items weighing between 5 to 25 lbs.

LIFT OR TRANSPORT 25 TO 60 LBS. x

LIFT OR MOVE ITEMS WEIGHING OVER 60 LBS. x

FULL USE OF TWO HANDS x

GRASP OR PINCH x

WORK AT HEIGHTS > 12 FT. x

REPETITIVE MOVEMENT (Hands) x

REPETITIVE MOVEMENT (Feet) x

OPERATE IN INTENSE HEAT x

OPERATE IN SEVERE COLD CONDITIONS x

DISTINGUISH COLORS x

CLEAR CLOSE VISION (UNDER 20”) x

CLEAR DISTANCE VISION (>20 FT.) x

What we offer (US based-employees):

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
• PTO that begins immediately
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

The typical pay range for this role is:

Minimum: $ 20/hourly

Maximum: $ 24.65/hourly

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the California -based position. The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as: experience, skills, and location.

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website

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