Operations Specialist I

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support security and accuracy of inventory of materials and finished goods through transaction documentation and by conducting physical cycle counts and reconciliation of any discrepancies.
• Absorb and manage physical inventory within a Glovebox for raw materials, intermediate products, finished goods, analytical samples, and QA Retains.
• Perform small scale chemical reactions (dye labeling) for Quality Control testing.
• Fulfill internal requests for samples from inventory and perform sample preparation for quality testing.
• Perform Aliquoting/Vialing of air and water sensitive finished goods using manual and automated processes and equipment.
• Perform lyophilization of finished good products.
• Perform Weight Checks and Packaging of air and water sensitive finished goods within a glovebox.
• Accurately complete required documentation (batch records, data entry, etc.) on time.
• Receive deliveries of chemicals, materials, and lab supplies. Verify accuracy of shipment and specifications. Check materials into inventory management system and restock in proper storage areas.
• Support document control and data archiving activities as assigned.
• Promote a safe work environment. Provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Participate in Environmental Health and Safety programs. Address corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified. Notify supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices. Participate in safety audits of safety equipment and laboratory processes.
• Other responsibilities or projects as assigned by reporting manager.

Assets

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures is essential.
• Experience with manual (pipette) and automated filling/dispensing is preferred.
• Prior experience in a chemistry lab is preferred.
• Experience working in a glovebox is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.
• Experience with FileMaker Pro, BMRAM, and DocuNECT is preferred.
• Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Be a self-starter, quick learner with the ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, effective written and oral communications skills.

Education & Experience

• Typically requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Biology with 0-2 years relevant experience.