Lead Manufacturing Support Specialist - Tuesday - Saturday Second Shift (4pm-12am)

About the role

Through Unity Lab Services, we offer integrated lab services, support, and supply management with customized service offerings and world-class experts to address unique laboratory business needs. The Lead Manufacturing Support Specialist performs a wide range of materials management, inventory, and coordination activities supporting manufacturing supply chain operations across multiple locations. This role supports daily warehouse and logistics operations within a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, label, and store materials in alignment with material specifications and required temperature conditions; ensure accurate system transactions and physical handling, including use of material handling equipment.
• Perform sampling and retain activities for incoming materials, including proper documentation, storage, and coordination with Quality Control for testing and delivery.
• Coordinate and execute material transfers between locations, ensuring proper temperature control, documentation, and chain of custody throughout transport.
• Execute and oversee ERP transactions including material receipts, transfers, issuing, batch creation, inventory adjustments, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate inventory by managing storage conditions, performing cycle counts, monitoring discrepancies, and supporting reconciliation activities.
• Support shipping and logistics activities, including coordination with carriers and cross functional teams to ensure timely and compliant domestic and international shipments.
• Partner with Quality, Technical Operations, Regulatory, Procurement, and other stakeholders to resolve material flow issues, including shortages, damaged goods, or documentation gaps.
• Monitor temperature control systems and devices, investigate excursions, and escalate issues as needed to ensure compliance.
• Prepare, coordinate, and execute material kitting and staging activities to support production schedules, including both MES and non-MES processes.
• Support cleanroom operations including gowning and material movement into controlled environments while maintaining required standards.
• Manage min/max inventory levels, review expiry data, and coordinate replenishment and disposal activities as needed.
• Procure, track, and manage bulk gases and other critical materials in alignment with production requirements.
• Provide guidance on inventory control, supply chain processes, and operational best practices.
• Participate in cross functional projects, task forces, and supply chain initiatives as a key contributor.
• Safely operate material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and company vehicles.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to support unplanned events or operational disruptions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years experience with material handling, supply chain, or manufacturing required.
• Experience working in a cGMP environment.
• Experience using ERP systems strongly preferred: Oracle, Veeva, Coupa, LIMS, MES, temperature monitoring systems, and logistics platforms (including World Courier and FedEx Custom Critical).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and delegate tasks to others.

Work Environment

• Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safety Standards.
• Cleanroom environment: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, or facial hair allowed.
• Cold Room/Freezers at -22°F/-6°C, fluctuating temperatures (hot/cold), laboratory setting, loud noises from equipment/machinery.
• No contact lenses allowed; prescription glasses will be provided.
• Exposure to strong odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products), hazardous/toxic materials, and working at heights.
• Regular lifting of 30-40 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and moving up to 100 lbs using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and bending, sometimes in varied temperature environments.
• Overtime and on-call work may be necessary.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, and steel-toe shoes is often required.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment screening (including background check and drug test) and any customer-mandated screening (including DOT physical).
• Must obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card (company will support candidates in obtaining this).

Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday, 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Second Shift).

Pay

$31.40 per hour.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision).
• Paid holidays and at least 120 hours paid time off (PTO) annually.
• Paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave).
• Accident, life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Retirement and savings programs, including a competitive 401(k) plan.
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a discount on company stock.
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
• Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance.