Warehouse Associate I

About the role

Nova Biomedical is seeking a Warehouse Associate I to support Distribution operations at our Waltham, MA facility. This entry-level position is responsible for ensuring finished goods, raw materials, and other inventory are accurately accounted for, processed, and organized according to Nova Biomedical’s standards. The Warehouse Associate I will perform picking, packing, shipping, receiving, replenishment, inventory, and housekeeping activities while following documented procedures and applying sound judgment. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and ship finished goods and raw materials accurately and safely to prevent damage while following established procedures.
• Identify and report discrepancies involving products being picked or shipped.
• Pick material issue tickets to support departments throughout Nova Biomedical.
• Load and unload delivery trucks as required, including shipments received from vendors.
• Inspect incoming goods for damage and document or acknowledge damaged products upon receipt.
• Accurately count, receive, and consolidate products within the SAP warehouse-management system.
• Receive production orders and deliver materials to the appropriate employees or departments in a timely manner.
• Notify Planning when discrepancies are identified involving production orders or materials.
• Receive and ship interplant transfers.
• Consolidate warehouse inventory to maximize available storage space.
• Perform accurate cycle counts of finished goods and raw materials as directed by the Group Lead, Manager, or Supervisor.
• Operate forklifts, walkie pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Use handheld scanners to support warehouse and inventory transactions.
• Maintain the receiving dock, staging areas, and warehouse in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Interact effectively with departments throughout Nova Biomedical and with external vendors, carriers, and freight companies.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0 to 1+ year of warehouse or distribution experience.
• Experience with picking, packing, shipping, receiving, or replenishment activities preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts, walkie pallet jacks