Position Summary:

The Shipping and Receiving Specialist will assist with the receiving, handling, processing, and shipping of - materials/product. This role will also ensure the integrity, control, and accuracy of of inventory control and delivery of materials/products to the proper department. .

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

Receiving:

• Unload, Receive and Sign for incoming Packages
• Reconcile Number of packages Received/Delivered; before the Courier leaves
• Inspect and Record Packages for Damage or Defects
• Quarantine any Mis-delivered Package and notify Inventory Control Associate for Investigation for redirection of Shipment
• In conjunction with the Receiving Specialist , reconcile purchased materials received compared to Purchase Orders
• The Receiving Specialist will Follow Up with the Supplier and Requestor, as appropriate
• Submit to QA and complete RM label process for Received Items
• Ensure all Packing Slips (Original or Manual) are delivered to Finance
• Deliver RM Labeled Items to Recipient/Department and maintain a Log with the Signature of the Acceptor
• Return RM Label Packet to Quality Assurance Group
• Perform Routine Dock Clearance
• Contribute to Continuous Process Improvement Initiatives
• Support Shipping Specialist Role, as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Shipping:

• Perform Quality Control Checks before shipment is performed
• Prepare Shipments in accordance with IATA Shipping Regulations
• Prepares Air Waybills against paperwork of package to be shipped to ensure quantities, destination, and shipping mode are correct
• Assist with preparation of Commercial Invoices and Customs Documentation for Export
• Generation of Air Waybills and Shipping Documents; Domestic and International according to Requestors preferred Courier; (e.g. FedEx, QuickSTAT, World Courier, etc.) shipments
• Schedule Pick-Up with Non-standard Couriers, as necessary
• Ship all Outbound Packages and inform Sender of any delay
• Help department lead with maintaining Shipping Supplies
• Use Courier Systems to get transit information on Shipments from origin through to delivery
• Assist department lead with all Shipping Complaint Investigations, as necessary
• Contribute to Continuous Process Improvement Initiatives

Other:

• Contribute to portions of the laboratory project work scopes as needed
• Effectively communicate with internal office staff including Project Managers and Data Management Team
• Receive laboratory supplies
• Maintain an organized and safe workplace/workspace environment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year relevant working experience

Other Required:

• Familiar with Warehouse Receiving procedures
• Good attention to detail, excellent documentation skills and must work well in a group environment
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision and guidance
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task on daily basis, prioritize project goals, pay strict attention to detail
• Must be a flexible, agile Team Player who can change activities and directions quickly and respond to a variety of assignments and changing business needs
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs and is able to squat, bend, stoop, push, kneel and reach
• Ability to carry between 25-150 lbs.; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity
• Ability to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Ability to work in cold, hot and wet environments
• Must possess a valid driver’s license allowing you to drive in the state(s) you drive in
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Preferred:

• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Science, Business or related field
• Familiar with LIMS type system
• Good organizational and people skills. Good computer skills with mid to advanced level in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe.
• Must be detail orientated