LGC’s Clinical Diagnostics Division develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of catalog and custom-developed diagnostic quality solutions and component materials for the extended life sciences industry. We partner with IVD assay developers, and pharmaceutical, CRO and academic institutions in commercialization activities across the entire diagnostic pipeline - from concept and early stage research, through expedited product development and onwards into routine clinical use. Laboratorians and diagnostic professionals across disciplines of clinical chemistry, immunochemistry, serology, molecular diagnostics and clinical genomics rely on LGC’s products to support accurate and reliable diagnostic results.

Our operating entities include SeraCare Life Sciences and Maine Standards Company, which are in vitro diagnostics (IVD) manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials) and the Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of viral antigens. Our 300+ employees operate FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine, Massachusetts and Maryland, USA, and an ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK.

Each day, our world-class staff, scientific expertise, operational efficiency and superior quality systems are ready to support the range of advanced technologies that collectively improve patient outcomes - from the widely adopted and established through to cutting-edge NGS and precision diagnostics.

Job Purpose

The Material Handler I provides support for the accurate and efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of LGC Clinical Diagnostics products in accordance with cGMP and pre-established guidelines and procedures. They utilize a high level of attention to detail to satisfy both internal and external customers. Overall work priorities are defined and assigned by the immediate supervisor, but a degree of flexibility and self-prioritization is exercised to achieve day to day tasks. Work at this level is typically performed under supervision from the Supervisor. The position assists with identifying process improvements to established procedures. Material handing is a central service for internal customers in the Operations, QC, R&D, and QA departments as well as contributing to serving our external customers through outbound order fulfillment. The Material Handler I will be a primary user of SAP to manage and maintain accurate material inventory information. Participates in routine housekeeping of responsible areas i.e. loading dock, receiving location, storage areas, etc. This position may require occasional second-shift, holiday, weekend, or on-call duty to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload deliveries throughout a shift, ensure materials are accurately accounted for, routed, and stored at correct temperatures and locations.
• Perform goods receipt and material movement transactions within ERP system (SAP).
• Create, perform, and execute cycle counts as required.
• Support internal and external customer requirements.
• Perform troubleshooting of inventory issues as needed.
• Assists in identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities

Knowledge, Experience and Technical Skills

• Effective communication and collaborative team skills.
• A self-motivated drive and ability to effectively work with others across the entire business.
• High level of attention to detail, including excellent record-keeping and documentation practices.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement processes (CIP) such as lean manufacturing.
• Capacity to be productive in a fast-paced environment which requires the ability to adapt positively as priorities change.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 0-2 years of experience in a warehouse/distribution setting preferably in the biotech industry or in handling low temperature materials.
• Experience in a regulated environment is strongly preferred.