Warehouse Associate I - Temporary

Bio-Rad Laboratories•Irvine, CA

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate I performs routine physical tasks in warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, shipping, and distributing materials, parts, supplies, equipment, and finished goods. Duties may also include label, lot, and serial control, inventory management, and organizing and retrieving stock. Approximately 99% of the work is performed in cold environments, including a -20° freezer and refrigerated areas at 2–8°C. The associate checks received goods against work orders, purchase orders, invoices, return authorizations, or other job documentation; labels and packages products; counts and sorts items; prepares packages for shipment; and performs cycle counts. The role involves operating packaging, sealing, and material-handling equipment, and may include operating a forklift or related equipment. This is a temporary position managed through Bio-Rad’s approved agency provider.

Requirements

0–2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience operating motorized and non-motorized warehouse equipment.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow written instructions.
Basic math, problem-solving, and computer skills.
Ability to prioritize work.
Knowledge of shipping procedures and basic knowledge of international shipping procedures.
Where applicable, knowledge of GMP, ISO, IPC, FDA, DOT, Known Consignor, and/or IATA requirements.
Knowledge of hazardous materials and proper handling techniques.
Team-oriented, flexible, attentive to detail, and quality-minded.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience with SAP ERP System.
Experience using radio frequency equipment.
Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Perform routine warehouse tasks involving receiving, storing, picking, packing, shipping, and distributing materials, parts, supplies, equipment, and finished goods.
Organize and retrieve warehouse stock and support inventory management.
Maintain label, lot, or serial control as applicable.
Unpack and check goods against work orders, purchase orders, invoices, return authorizations, or other job completion documentation.
Package and label products or packages.
Count and sort items and place printed materials in packages.
Prepare packages for shipment.
Perform cycle counts as required.
Operate packaging, sealing, and other equipment, including motorized and non-motorized material-handling machines.
May operate a forklift or related equipment.