Warehouse Associate

Discovery Life Sciences • Huntsville, AL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The FFPE Warehouse Associate contributes to our mission by managing the flow of goods and services, especially the movement and storage of raw materials from hospital partners, and inclusive of work-in-process inventory as well as finished goods to point of consumption.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• Proven expertise in control of documents and material tracking
• Ability to lift or move 30 lbs regularly and move up to 300 pounds occasionally on a pallet jack

Nice To Haves

• Previous warehouse and logistics experience in the biotechnology sector is preferred
• Knowledge of universal precautions, bloodborne pathogens, and handling human specimens preferred
• Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Excel preferred
• Ability to use pallet jack and hand truck preferred

Responsibilities

• Receive, pick and pack raw material.
• Keep accurate records of materials coming and leaving.
• Review priorities daily to ensure order requests are fulfilled in a timely manner.
• Follow SOP’s related to the warehouse (i.e. receiving of raw goods process, safety guidelines).
• Receive and inspect shipments for damage and missing samples.
• Maintain records of all samples received and removed from warehouse.
• Perform slide and block pulls to fulfill orders or build inventory – deliver to company FFPE Laboratory.
• Conduct disposal of paraffin blocks and slides as designed in Block Retirement Strategy.
• Assist in Data Team Responsibilities by entering diagnosis and staging information on each case assigned.
• Learn fire monitoring system and controlled access security system.
• Serve as first responder to temperature monitor events and other site emergencies.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Respect the privacy of the personal information of patients, co-workers, and all individuals with whom the Company interacts.
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to the Company and its operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package options including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability which start on your first day of employment.
• 401(k) match program which starts on your first day of employment
• Flexible work hours
• Time away from work (Generous vacation and paid time off, paid parental leave, paid family leave, etc.).
• Professional development opportunities and reimbursement for relevant certifications.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity.
• Team-building activities and social events.
• Employee Referral Program and Colleague Recognition Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED