Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. The job opportunity below is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. The client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As a global leader in serving the scientific community, the organization generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Their global team delivers innovative technologies, convenient procurement solutions, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.
Position: Sr Material Handler
Location: Waltham MA 02453
Duration: 3 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Shift: Monday to Friday From 08:00 AM to 04:30 PM or 08:30 AM to 05:00 PM
Summary:
The Sr. Material Handler at Client is responsible for supporting daily warehouse, inventory, and logistics operations to ensure the accurate and timely handling of products, laboratory supplies, and customer orders.
Responsibilities:
- Receive inbound shipments from suppliers and put away products, equipment, and shipping materials
- Fulfill customer orders, including picking, packing, and shipping of Olink Proteomics kits and instruments
- Coordinate day-to-day parcel and freight shipping activities with FedEx and other third-party logistics providers
- Perform inventory management for lab and distribution operations
- Work with lab coordinators to ensure lab operations have sufficient reagent supply
- Track lab and distribution stock and conduct periodic inventory checks
- Ensure internal and customer orders are correctly processed from start to finish
- Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of logistics space and storage areas
- Communicate with customer care specialists to help provide customers with up-to-date information regarding their orders and lead times
- Independently solve logistical or general problems that may arise and apply a customer-first approach to all aspects of work
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
- Excellent communication, time management, planning, and organizational skills
- Ability to problem solve and work well under time pressure
- Strong team player and fast learner
- Ability to be flexible in day-to-day work tasks
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, or related field preferred but not required
- Employee will be required to stand and move around for long periods of time as well as frequently lift boxes and other materials weighing 10-50 lbs. in order to accomplish logistics functions
Required Experience
- Entry level role; no prior experience required
Education
- High school diploma
- Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.