Material Handler 1

Location: Carlsbad, CA
Reports to: Distribution Manager

About the role

The Material Handler works in all areas of distribution with the goal of meeting/exceeding both internal and external customers' expectations. This includes providing shipping and order fulfillment services for finished goods, inventory of materials, supplies, parts, and equipment at the Carlsbad facility.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, sort, arrange, count, store, and correctly process items for storage and/or shipment in accordance with established procedures and customer requirements.
• Receive materials and/or finished goods on a daily basis. Verify the quality, type, and amount of materials received are correct and that the appropriate documentation is present (e.g., packing list).
• Work in a warehouse environment under various temperatures including room temperature (59–86°F), cold-room (36-46°F), and/or freezer-room (minus 4 – 23°F).
• Safely operate distribution equipment, as required.
• Stand for extended durations, lift up to 40 lbs on a regular basis, and routinely push/pull up to 40 lbs.
• Regularly climb and reach.
• Complete Life Technologies training requirements and operate within all ISO standards pertaining to site Distribution, including Control of Documents and Quality Policy.
• Interact with internal personnel, requiring good communication and customer service skills.
• Understand and interpret team metrics related to shipping, receiving, and inventory control.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years related experience; experience in logistics with a life science company preferred.
• Experience with inventory, customer service, procurement, and using units of measure.
• Experience using a computer and forklift.
• Ability to consistently and independently follow policies, procedures, and instructions, and meet schedules.
• Ability to work with others.
• Able to lift 40 lbs without assistance.
• Must be available to work any shift (with advance notice of shift change) and flexible to work varying schedules, hours, and overtime as needed.
• Occasional local travel may be required.

Environmental Conditions

• Able to work in cold rooms/freezers (-22°F/-6°C).
• Required use of PPE (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.).
• Warehouse environment with moderate to high noise levels.
• Work of a highly repetitive nature; may involve walking, sitting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and handling packaged hazardous materials.
• Working at heights.

Pay

The hourly pay range for this position in California is $13.82–$21.00. This position may also be eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, including health incentive programs.
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, and paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave).
• Accident, life, short-term, 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 referral bonus.
• Career advancement opportunities.

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