POSITION OVERVIEW
This position will involve receiving shipments; loading and unloading freight; inventory organization and documentation; performing maintenance and cleaning duties to keep the lab and storage areas clean and neat; and assisting with additional laboratory shipping and receiving duties as necessary. The position also involves working with backup c-vial samples, including filing, documentation, and retrieval of samples as needed. The position requires a high level of organization, reliability, and attention to detail.
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receiving, documenting, and distributing supply shipments
- Loading and unloading supplies to and from delivery trucks
- Verifying and inspecting incoming supplies for proper quantities and defects
- Scanning and uploading packing slips for documentation
- Organizing supplies into storage and accurately keeping track of inventory
- Managing the storage room to ensure an organized, safe, and clean work environment
- Properly rotating inventory stock with expiration dates: first in, first out
- Retrieving and delivering supplies from storage to the lab teams as requested, including assisting with daily stocking of laboratory supply shelves
- Handling storage and retrieval of the backup samples from the lab:
- Receiving the samples from Accessioning, checking them into the LIMS system, and filing them into the correct storage locations
- Fulfilling requests for samples to be pulled from storage and delivered to the lab for additional work
- Handling VIP sample requests in an expedient manner
- Fulfilling requests to relabel or pull and destroy samples as needed
- Receiving and responding to inter-departmental communications (email and slack)
- Assisting other laboratory teams when needed, including but not limited to: organization and relocation of laboratory equipment; replacement of air and water filters; providing assistance with equipment repair; and assisting with general cleaning and maintenance duties
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- The ability to regularly lift and move objects of up to 100 lbs.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Ability to maintain a high level of physicality for prolonged periods and work primarily standing or moving
- Experience with LIMS systems and software such as Microsoft Excel and other company spreadsheet programs for keeping inventory
- Ability to problem solve quickly and prioritize daily tasks according to their importance
- Personal accountability and integrity are paramount, as a shipping clerk is tasked with an accurate accounting of all inventory
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to use a pallet jack required
- Good communication, time management, and organizational skills
- Accuracy with documentation and inventory tracking
- Must be highly dependable, reliable, and honest