Laboratory Assistant

Duties: This is a unique position which involves chemical warehouse and laboratory responsibilities.This is a tentatively scheduled 6 month position.The Sample Distribution Team operates on a 40-hour workweek during normal weekday business hours (7am – 5pm). Seasonal overtime (including weekend work) may be required between ~February-June due to business demand.Duties of this role include:Chemical sample fulfillment, including the retrieval, mixing, and decanting of chemicals using material handling equipment and labware.Sample filling from source containers including drums and Intermediate Bulk Containers.Mixing and decanting chemicals with air-powered drum mixers, pumps, drum cradles, lab reciprocal shakers, and scoops.Packaging sample shipments using box assembly, heat sealers, tape machines and similar equipmentUses inventory management software to process sample shipments, adjust inventory, and maintain dataAssists with physical inventories of warehouse areasAids with warehouse/laboratory organization projectsCompletes administrative tasks related to sample request fulfillment (printing documents, labeling samples)Compiles data, updates spreadsheets and electronic databasesAssists with customer inquiries and historical record research tasksAssists with data management projectsOrganizes email communications to individuals and groupsTranscribes notes, scans and files documentsSkills: - Must have strong attention to detail and be capable of interpreting numerical instructionsMust understand Metric measurements and perform basic unit conversionsMust have strong written and verbal communicationMust be safety-conscious and capable of meeting sampling requirements in efficient mannerMust be capable of Respirator physical fitness clearance and wearing respirator for limited durations in handling of chemicalsMust be capable of standing/walking in warehouse/laboratory for extended durations during shiftMust be able to lift = 50 pounds without assistanceMust be able to move/lift heavy loads with material handling equipment (pallet jacks, drum lifters, dollies, carts)Experience with Microsoft Office applications preferredFork-lift experience or certification preferredFamiliarity with IATA/DOT shipping regulations and/or Lean manufacturing concepts would be highly regardedKeywords:Education: - High School diploma required. Associate's degree or higher preferred.of Positions: 1