Laboratory Operations Specialist

Job Title: Laboratory Operations Specialist
Location: Ridgefield, CT
Type: Contract
Compensation: $26/hr
Work Model: Onsite
Hours: 40 hours

Responsibilities

• Fulfill material dispensing requests and maintain accurate inventory records for reagents, reference standards, matrices, and other laboratory materials. Support freezer organization, space management, and periodic inventory verification activities. Maintain inventory databases, spreadsheets, and electronic tracking systems.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments of reagents, matrices, reference standards, and other laboratory materials. Ensure proper packaging, labeling, documentation, and regulatory compliance for all shipments. Maintain shipment records, tracking information, and related databases. Complete shipping documentation and assist with applications and renewals for permits related to the shipment and clearance of reference standards and biological materials.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment. Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. Communicate with internal customers and external vendors regarding dispensing requests, shipment status, and logistics requirements.
• Perform all work in compliance with applicable regulations, SOPs, and Boehringer Ingelheim policies. Ensure the safe handling, storage, and shipment of laboratory materials.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and proactively address urgent tasks and operational challenges.
• May be assigned additional responsibilities (e.g., equipment maintenance, freezer management, etc.) under the direction of Bioanalysis/DMPK Management.

• BS degree in a related discipline.
• Experience working in a laboratory, inventory management, logistics, or operational support environment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while following established procedures and guidelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent teamwork and customer-service mindset.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move freezer racks, containers, or boxes weighing approximately 20-35 pounds. Ability to retrieve materials from upper freezer shelves.

• Prior experience with laboratory inventory management.
• Experience coordinating domestic and international shipments.
• Experience using inventory tracking systems or other laboratory software tools

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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