Materials Associate I

Position Scope

The Materials Associate I is responsible for shipping and receiving activities that include storage and transport of materials from suppliers, vendors, and third-party warehouses to production areas. Responsibilities include loading and unloading delivery vehicles, assembling stock onto pallets, warehouse trucks, racks, bins, shelves, refrigerators, and freezers. The role also involves opening cartons, bundles, and other containers, storing, transferring, and distributing materials according to specific requirements. Additionally, the Materials Associate I assists with data entry, inventory cycle counts, and preparing surgeon training kits and biopsy kit assemblies.

Qualifications

• GED, High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 1 years of experience working in a cGMP environment in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to comply with regulatory compliance within Vericel.
• Experience in high volume and fast-paced materials and manufacturing support environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience operating motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment.
• Organizational planning skills and the ability to collaborate with others in a team environment.
• Experience with MS Office.
• Knowledge of ERP inventory system.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• May be required to work in classified and controlled areas such as clean room environments wearing special garments.
• Must wear personal protective equipment due to safety requirements.
• May be required to stand for long periods of time while performing physical duties.
• May be required to lift, push, or pull up to 40 lbs.
• Must operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required to meet production demands.

Why Vericel?

• Cutting-Edge Science: Work with a leading regenerative medicine product that is transforming patient care.
• Career Growth: Be a part of a growing organization with opportunities to expand your impact.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about improving lives.

Pay Range

The hourly wage range Vericel reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at the time of this posting is $19.00 to $24.00 per hour. The actual salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills. Bonus, incentive pay, equity, and benefits may be provided in addition to the base compensation listed above.

EEO Statement

• All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
• Vericel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
• Vericel Corporation is VEVRAA federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for job openings at all locations within the state.