Lab Equipment / Furniture Relocation Specialist

Tobin Scientific•Cambridge, MA

17h

About The Position

Tobin Scientific is a provider of cold chain, ambient storage, and transport and logistics services for the biopharma industry. The Lab Equipment / Furniture Relocation Specialist is an advanced, customer-facing role delivering high-touch logistics services in laboratory and R&D environments. The specialist works directly with clients to plan, coordinate, and carry out equipment moves and reconfigurations, with an emphasis on specialized handling, service, and communication. The position also provides coverage at both the Cambridge client site and the Beverly warehouse. The specialist must be competent in the WMS and inventory management systems used at both locations, retain and apply that knowledge even when systems are not used daily, and be able to assume responsibilities at either location with minimal transition time. The annual salary range is $65,000 to $77,000. Compensation depends on factors such as location, responsibilities, experience, education, and skills. Benefits are available on the first of the month following the date of hire. Employment is subject to a background check conducted in compliance with applicable law.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience in material handling, logistics, or equipment moving or installation.
Familiarity with warehouse management or inventory systems and ability to learn them quickly.
Strong customer service and client engagement skills.
Ability to handle delicate, high-value equipment with precision.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to use basic tools.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and manage tasks from planning through execution.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods.
Comfort working in laboratory or regulated environments.
Fluent in spoken and written English.
A vehicle to travel between Cambridge and Beverly.

Nice To Haves

Experience coordinating or planning work with customers or internal teams.

Responsibilities

Perform white-glove delivery from the loading dock and relocate laboratory equipment, instruments, and casework.
Serve as the primary point of contact for white-glove service requestors, communicating clearly from request through completion.
Partner with clients to plan and coordinate moves, including scope, sequencing, and scheduling.
Safely uncrate, build, transport, position, and install equipment according to client requirements.
Perform basic disassembly and reassembly of laboratory equipment and casework.
Collaborate with laboratory personnel to ensure proper equipment placement and readiness for use.
Handle sensitive, high-value, or regulated equipment carefully and accountably.
Read and interpret move plans, layouts, and service requests.
Identify and communicate risks or issues proactively.
Provide professional onsite customer service.
Support receiving, staging, and inventory activities as needed.
Provide operational coverage at the Cambridge client site and Beverly warehouse.
Maintain proficiency in the WMS and inventory management systems used at both locations, including retaining and applying knowledge when systems are not used daily.
Step into responsibilities at either location with minimal transition time to maintain operational continuity during coverage periods.