Material Handling Technician I

About the role

LGC Biosearch Technologies operates in Petaluma and Novato, CA, and our sister site in Denmark, producing mission-critical genomics components—primarily oligonucleotides and supporting reagents—for a diverse customer base. We are a high-growth, purpose-driven organization committed to Science for a Safer World, having supported first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic by enabling millions of PCR tests worldwide. We seek candidates ready to contribute to our collaborative culture and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support compliant hazardous and non-hazardous waste operations: schedule vendors, stage and load waste, perform inspections, and maintain manifests/logs to keep EH&S waste streams moving safely and on time
• Inspect and troubleshoot process-utility connections daily (solvent/waste/inert gas), escalate or perform safe minor repairs, and drive reliability/safety improvements to minimize downtime and prevent system failures
• Deliver day-to-day Facilities operational support: maintain lift equipment, coordinate equipment moves/installs, support site projects, and support vendors/logistics aligned to enable safe, timely site operations
• Work within a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment, supporting guidelines to uphold GMP and ISO 13485 standards as required
• Support the safe, clean, and efficient operation of storage areas to meet service and OSHA, RCRA, HAZWOPER, and on-site EHS standards
• Support the safe and efficient operation of the vehicular fleet used to transport between the California sites to meet service and OSHA, RCRA, HAZWOPER, DOT, and on-site EHS standards
• Support the safe and efficient operation of the powered lift truck fleet to meet service and OSHA, HAZWOPER, and on-site EHS standards
• Support the safe and efficient operation of Dangerous Goods shipping to meet service and OSHA, DOT, and on-site EHS standards
• Manage the safe, clean, and efficient operation of warehouse and production floor inventory shelving areas to meet 5S and OSHA standards
• Support implementation of solution designs pertaining to Material Handling processes and process flows, organizing and supplying goods for use by various internal customers
• Perform robust cycle counting functionalities
• Work daily with cross-functional teams, including EHS, Facilities, Procurement, Production, Material Handling, and Operations
• Support Quality Control and Assurance in the release of inbound materials
• Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with both internal and external customers
• Stock inventory to assigned locations using manual and barcode scanning methods

Requirements

• 1+ years of inventory management experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Regular use of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Use of a web browser and familiarity with ERP systems; FMP and/or IFS a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Flexibility to changing operating conditions
• Ability to influence performance and team development
• Strong prioritization and delegation of daily/weekly tasks
• Solid knowledge of data analysis, inventory management software, and forecasting techniques
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and as a self-starter
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to lift 40 lbs
• Kanban familiarity
• HAZWOPER certification a bonus
• Forklift familiarity recommended; certification a bonus
• Warehouse environment experience

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm with potential for added hours as workload requires.

Work Environment

• Adherence to company Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policy
• Heavy use of ERP, MES, and desktop work