Sr Chemical Management Specialist

About the Role

Join our close-knit Chemical Management team in Unity Lab Services, where we provide integrated lab services, support, and supply management tailored to our customers' unique needs. We’re seeking an upbeat Chemical Management Specialist to manage chemical inventory and ensure labs remain stocked, compliant, and running efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Verify chemical inventory levels, locations, and expiration dates by performing bench audits and full-cycle counts using barcode scanners.
• Receive, inspect, label, and store incoming chemical shipments according to compatibility guidelines and DOT regulations.
• Pick, pack, and stage chemical orders for distribution or disposal, maintaining 100% accuracy and adherence to storage protocols.
• Read and interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to apply accurate handling, storage, and spill-response procedures.
• Identify and help resolve discrepancies in chemical handling, storage conditions, or inventory records.
• Collaborate closely with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and team members to uphold safety standards, refine workflows, and train new team members.
• May perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of customer-service experience in a laboratory, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach.
• Ability to read and understand SDS documentation and DOT labeling requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline.
• Regular lifting of 30-40 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts to move up to 100 lbs.
• Standing, walking, and manual material handling of chemical containers are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments.
• Overtime work may be necessary.

Environmental Conditions

• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance.
• Cold Room/Freezers (-22°F/-6°C).
• Fluctuating temperatures (hot/cold).
• Laboratory setting.
• Loud noises (equipment/machinery).
• Rapid flashing lights.
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Proteive Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.).
• Standing for full shift.
• Strong odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products, etc.).
• Various outside weather conditions.
• Warehouse environment.
• Will work with hazardous/toxic materials.
• Working at heights.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits.
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave).
• Accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability.
• Retirement and savings programs, including a competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.

Pay

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $25.11–$31.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.