Contract Warehouse Associate

Contract Warehouse Associate

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible. We're dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We're always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams. We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

About the Opportunity

As a Contract Warehouse Associate, you play a key role in supporting daily warehouse operations that help ensure our products reach the customers who depend on them. In this hands-on role, you work with inventory, materials, and equipment in a regulated environment while contributing to the smooth and safe flow of goods across the warehouse.

Your Tasks Include

• Handling, moving, and storing materials safely, including lifting items up to 50 lbs.
• Completing repetitive manual tasks and standing for extended periods of time (6–7 hours).
• Working briefly in cold environments, including −20°C and 4°C rooms.
• Following SOPs, documentation practices, and quality standards in a regulated setting.
• Performing warehouse duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Operating or learning to operate a forklift as required.
• Using basic computer applications to support inventory accuracy and warehouse workflows.

Your Profile

• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to daily warehouse tasks.
• Comfort working in repetitive, manual, and fast-paced environments.
• Commitment to safe work practices, including wearing steel-toed shoes and required PPE.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous forklift experience or openness to learning forklift operation.
• Willingness to work in FDA-, cGMP-, ISO-, and other regulated production environments; prior experience is a plus but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with basic computer applications; SAP and Excel experience preferred.

The typical pay rate for this role is $20/hour. This temporary and/or contract position is not eligible for QIAGEN's company benefits. The position includes only those benefits mandated by applicable state and federal law, if any, which are provided by the agency employer.

What we offer:

• Bonus/Commission
• Local benefits
• Referral Program
• Volunteer Day
• Internal Academy (QIALearn)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid work (conditional to your role)

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.