Specialist, Laboratory Operations & Logistics - Drug/Device Combo Pdts (Onsite)

MSD • Rahway, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Division's Development & Technology Organization within Pharmaceutical Sciences & Device Development is seeking a Specialist, Laboratory Operations & Logistics to support laboratory operations, logistics, and compliance activities at the Rahway, New Jersey site. The role is onsite and reports to the Associate Director of Laboratory Operations & Safety Compliance.

The position coordinates laboratory administration and facilities needs, including equipment scheduling and maintenance, procurement, and supply ordering. It also manages inventory and material traceability for development materials, prototypes, and consumables; supports receiving, storage, and distribution; coordinates shipments and transfers; and assists with equipment moves, laboratory relocations, and preparation of materials for development studies. The Specialist works with laboratory, engineering, and operations teams to maintain workflows, material readiness, accurate records, and equipment compliance with internal and industry standards.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of direct office or laboratory management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing office and/or laboratory operations, including coordinating complex internal and external, multifunctional schedules.
• Advanced computer skills with MS Outlook, Teams, Project, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe.
• Experience using SAP/Concur or a related system to process purchase orders, expense reports, payment requests, vendor add forms, and stockroom inventory reports.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and operational teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and execute in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, prioritize work, and execute activities with little to no supervision.
• Professional communication with internal and external colleagues both onsite and remotely.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or laboratory environments.
• Familiarity with device development or combination product workflows.
• Exposure to regulated environments and compliance expectations.
• Experience with laboratory moves, facility transitions, or buildouts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate general laboratory administrative duties, including testing, calibration, and equipment-maintenance scheduling, routine and specialty supply orders, and facilities management.
• Maintain development and GXP laboratory equipment and instrumentation in accordance with internal and industry best practices and standards.
• Support procurement needs, including purchase orders, invoice payments, and expense tracking.
• Manage scheduling of equipment installation, qualification, routine calibration, and maintenance.
• Perform day-to-day inventory management for development materials, prototypes, and consumables.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, material traceability, and location tracking.
• Support receiving, storage, and distribution across laboratories and storage areas.
• Coordinate inbound shipments, outbound deliveries, and internal transfers.
• Support planning and execution of equipment moves, laboratory relocations, and inventory transfers across buildings or sites.
• Track equipment and material movements to ensure traceability and accurate system updates.
• Assist with staging and preparation of materials for development studies.
• Collaborate with laboratory, engineering, and operations teams to ensure material readiness and maintain laboratory workflows.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employees and family.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays.
• Vacation.
• Compassionate and sick days.
• Eligible for an annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed