Lab Services Material Handler

Nova Biomedical

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, 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 Title: 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. 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.

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.

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.
• 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.
• 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

Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays

Generous Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid and flexible work arrangements

Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: Waltham, Massachusetts - work schedule 5 days a week on-site Monday - Friday. 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.

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.

Nova Biomedical