Warehouse Associate

About the Company

Discovery Life Sciences (Discovery) is a leading provider of highly characterized human biospecimens and cellular starting materials to advance cell and gene therapy and precision medicine programs for cancer, infectious disease, and other complex conditions. We routinely manage hundreds of studies and expertly test thousands of biospecimens simultaneously. Leading biopharma, diagnostic and academic institutions trust us to quickly deliver high-quality biospecimens and reliable, reproducible biomarker data, so they can outpace their competition and push the leading edge of innovation using our Science at your Service™ business model.

About the Role

The FFPE Warehouse Associate contributes to our mission by managing the flow of goods and services, especially the movement and storage of raw materials from hospital partners, and inclusive of work-in-process inventory as well as finished goods to point of consumption.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs related to the warehouse (i.e., receiving of raw goods process, safety guidelines).
• Receive and inspect shipments for damage and missing samples.
• Maintain records of all samples received and removed from warehouse.
• Perform slide and block pulls to fulfill orders or build inventory—deliver to company FFPE Laboratory.
• Conduct disposal of paraffin blocks and slides as designed in Block Retirement Strategy.
• Assist in Data Team responsibilities by entering diagnosis and staging information on each case assigned.
• Learn fire monitoring system and controlled access security system.
• Serve as first responder to temperature monitor events and other site emergencies.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Respect the privacy of the personal information of patients, co-workers, and all individuals with whom the Company interacts.
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to the Company and its operations.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Previous warehouse and logistics experience in the biotechnology sector is preferred.
• Proven expertise in control of documents and material tracking.
• Knowledge of universal precautions, bloodborne pathogens, and handling human specimens preferred.
• Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Excel preferred.
• Ability to lift or move 30 lbs regularly and move up to 300 pounds occasionally on a pallet jack.
• Ability to use pallet jack and hand truck preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package options including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability which start on your first day of employment.
• 401(k) match program which starts on your first day of employment.
• Flexible work hours.
• Generous vacation and paid time off, paid parental leave, paid family leave, etc.
• Professional development opportunities and reimbursement for relevant certifications.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity.
• Team-building activities and social events.
• Employee Referral Program and Colleague Recognition Program.

Schedule

This is an onsite position located in Huntsville, AL. Consistent and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.