Material Handler

Nova Biomedical is seeking a Material Handler to support high-volume Point of Care test strip manufacturing in Billerica, MA. This role plays a key part in maintaining a continuous supply of materials to the strip factory and packaging line.

Responsibilities

• Pick production orders and deliver materials needed for the strip factory and packaging line in a timely manner.
• Follow location integrity and FIFO practices when picking, moving, or storing materials.
• Perform cycle counts as needed.
• Process receipts of raw materials.
• Ship finished goods to customers using SAP/Process Weaver.
• Prepare finished goods pallets for inter-plant transfers.
• Consolidate raw materials to increase space utilization.
• Use SAP warehouse management tools, including barcode RF scanners, to complete transactions.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, organized locations, and a clean warehouse environment.
• Put away materials from incoming inspection, receiving, and the production floor.
• Help manage materials in the warehouse.
• Serve as primary backup to the Group Leader, including support for data entry, receiving, inter-plant transfers, finished goods shipping, ASN manifests, and Distribution-related issues.
• Ensure a safe working environment and report unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Carry out tasks assigned by management that are relevant to the position.
• Backfill within the department due to absenteeism or employee vacation coverage.
• Interact effectively with management, Quality, Purchasing, and Manufacturing personnel.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• More than one year of relevant material handling experience required.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Ability to operate specialized equipment typically used in warehousing.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written procedures.
• Self-starter with the ability to work with limited supervision and as part of a team.
• Reliable, positive, and able to quickly adapt and learn new skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and time management skills.
• Willingness to participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Knowledge and experience with inventory management systems preferred.
• Knowledge of Quality System requirements preferred.
• Knowledge of domestic shipping systems, including UPS WorldShip and FedEx, preferred.
• Basic computer skills required; Microsoft Office experience is a plus.
• SAP experience strongly recommended.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• High standard for personal performance.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Able to stand, walk, and move for extended periods.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to 25–50 pounds as required.
• Comfort with performing repetitive physical tasks.
• Able to bend, reach, stoop, or climb as needed.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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

Pay

Targeted Salary Range: $22 - $24/hour

Schedule

Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

About The Company

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.