Reagents, Material Handler

Reagent Material Handler

The Reagent Material Handler will coordinate closely with all Reagent manufacturing departments, including Controls Filling, Chemical Filling, Test Lab, Formulation, and Packaging. This role requires regular interaction with Supervisors, Group Leaders, and Team Leaders to determine daily component needs. The Reagent Material Handler is also responsible for supporting all Reagent manufacturing operations, including but not limited to the management of raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), retains, and waste.

If you're passionate about material handling and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, we'd love to hear from you, apply today!

What you'll do

• To receive raw materials for the Reagents Manufacturing Department and stage into assigned warehouse locations.
• Manage all components supplied to various Reagent Departments using the First in First Out (FIFO) methodology and delivering raw material and WIP material per transfer order request, as well as returning unused components to the assigned warehouse location.
• Perform cycle counting of Reagent components for reconciliation purposes and to maintain accurate inventory in Reagents.
• Housekeeping and organization of the Reagents WIP warehouse, retain cage, fridges, Filling and Controls staging areas.
• Transfer of full waste drums from the Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAA) to the Main Accumulation Area (MAA).

What we are looking for in you

• 2 - 4 years' material handling experience is required.
• 2 - 4 years' experience driving a forklift is required.
• Ability to operate power equipment such as stacker and stand-up reach forklift.
• Ability to operate a manual pallet jack.
• Perform basic math and counting with accuracy.
• Read and write English and follow both written/verbal instructions.
• Entry-level knowledge of Quality System Regulations (QSR).
• Entry-level knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Entry-level knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Must be able to perform warehouse inventory cycle counting.
• Must be able to work individually.
• Dependable, willing to learn, adapt to change and have a positive attitude.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Requirements for this role include:

• Must be able to perform tasks that may involve extended periods of standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, turning, climbing steps and carrying up to 40 pounds numerous times/hours a day.
• Require repetitive use of arms/wrist/hands while setting up/working with equipment/raw material throughout the day.
• Will require use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include, but not limited to, safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, bouffant, gloves, hearing protection, face shield, nuisance mask, bump cap.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination and visual acuity.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• The full list of physical requirements for this role is available upon request.

Why work for Nova Biomedical

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

Work Location: on-site in our Waltham facility 5 days/week (M-F, Morning shift).

Targeted Salary Range: $23 - $25/hour

Working Hours: 9:00AM - 5:30 PM

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.

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.