Material Handler III

Life Science Outsourcing • Somersworth, NH

35d

About The Position

At Life Science Outsourcing (LSO), we bring medical innovations to life. With locations in both Brea, California and Somersworth, New Hampshire, LSO is a leading FDA- and ISO 13485-certified contract manufacturer serving the medical device, biotech, and pharmaceutical industries. For more than 25 years, we have supported clients from concept to commercialization through specialized services including packaging, sterilization, testing, fulfillment, and contract manufacturing. Our team plays a critical role in ensuring life‑changing medical technologies reach patients safely and efficiently. As a Material Handler III for our Somersworth location, you will directly contribute to that mission by ensuring accurate inventory control, efficient material flow, and reliable support to production teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys optimizing processes, and takes pride in maintaining a high‑quality, compliant warehouse operation. We are seeking a Material Handler III to play a key leadership role in our warehouse operations at our New Hampshire site. This position oversees advanced material handling tasks, supports a high-performing team, and ensures inventory integrity that directly impacts production success.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (logistics/supply chain education a plus).
• 5+ years of warehouse/material handling experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in WMS, inventory systems, RFID/barcode tech, and MS Office.
• Valid forklift certification.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management & Control: Oversee receiving, storage, distribution, and reconciliation. Implement strategies to maximize accuracy and reduce stockouts or overstocking.
• Leadership & Team Support: Provide daily guidance and training to Material Handlers. Assign tasks, monitor performance, and reinforce safety and SOP compliance.
• Material Replenishment & Supply Chain Coordination: Monitor inventory levels and coordinate timely material replenishment. Work closely with procurement, suppliers, and vendors to ensure seamless flow of materials.
• Warehouse Optimization: Evaluate and improve warehouse layout and storage processes. Apply lean principles to enhance efficiency and space utilization.
• Quality & Compliance: Support quality control for incoming materials and ensure adherence to all regulatory, quality, and safety standards.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of shipments, receipts, transfers, and inventory transactions. Prepare detailed reports on inventory metrics.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements that reduce waste and elevate operational performance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with manufacturing, logistics, quality, and procurement teams to meet production timelines.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a growing organization.
• Support essential medical device products in an FDA/ISO-regulated environment.
• Culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees