Material Handler 2

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany•Rockville, MD

2d•$21 - $33

About The Position

The Material Handler 2 executes receiving, inspection, storage, distribution, and/or shipment of materials and samples in a GMP-regulated environment, with minimal supervision and guidance. The role ensures materials and samples are handled to support Testing Operations within BioReliance and its clients. Work is performed in accordance with applicable quality procedures, SOPs, regulations such as cGMP and GLP, and company Quality and EHS requirements. The position maintains inventory accuracy, records, and traceability; supports audits, deviation investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement projects; and communicates with internal teams and clients about shipments. It also involves operating material-handling equipment, transporting materials between sites or departments, and picking, packing, and shipping domestic and international materials.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 3 years of experience in a logistics or warehouse role, or an associate degree in any discipline and at least 1 year of experience in a logistics or warehouse role.
Ability to work in required personal protective equipment, such as a lab coat, safety glasses, gloves, and safety shoes.

Nice To Haves

Domestic and international shipping experience.
Prior experience in a life science or biotechnology role.
Working knowledge of basic computer systems, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook, and databases such as Oracle ERP or LIMS.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Dangerous Goods shipping certification or ability to pass the certification process.

Responsibilities

Receive materials, client samples, and internal finished goods, and verify their physical condition, quantities, and associated paperwork.
Store and distribute inventory in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements, including GMP material controls and temperature controls, while maintaining accurate ERP or LIMS transactions.
Maintain stock accuracy through timely system updates, cycle counting, and routine disposal.
Maintain a clean, audit-ready, and safe work environment, including monitoring and maintaining department equipment as assigned.
Transfer samples or materials between sites or departments using internal transportation or couriers.
Operate material-handling equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, and dock levers as needed.
Immediately notify and escalate deviations or unexpected observations to a Supervisor or Manager.
Communicate and interact professionally with all levels of the organization, including timely responses through business applications.
Perform work according to SOPs and applicable regulations, including cGMP and GLP, and comply with company Quality and EHS procedures.
Support or lead small departmental continuous-improvement or business projects to streamline processes, achieve cost savings, or reduce waste.
Support deviation investigations and corrective-action implementation, and open related Quality Management System records.
Maintain records and archives according to applicable SOPs.
Support internal, client, and regulatory audit tours.
Mentor others in relevant Supply Chain processes.
Pick, pack, and ship domestic and international materials according to client requirements, shipping SOPs, and regulations.
Coordinate outgoing shipments with Customer and Client Support Managers, laboratories, project managers, and other BioReliance sites.
Troubleshoot courier and delivery issues.