Sr. Material Handler

Overview

Performs a variety of routine, repetitive, physical and administrative tasks in a warehouse involving one or more of the following: receiving, putting away, storing, staging, kitting, picking, packing and shipping of materials, parts, supplies, equipment, finished goods, label control, handling unit, lot control or serial control.

• Performs daily routine tasks: receives, stores, picks, packs, ships and/or distributes materials.
• Loads and unloads trucks, and other distribution channel storage and transportation containers.
• Prepares domestic and International goods for shipment.
• Verifies goods received against documentation.
• Performs initial quality check on incoming product.
• Stages materials and packages.
• Operates motorized and non-motorized equipment to move materials, parts, supplies and equipment as instructed.
• Assist in cycle-counts of physical inventory.
• Processes paperwork and performs SAP transactions daily.
• Assists in handling dangerous goods and hazmat materials.
• Prepares material for scrapping.
• Follows written and oral instructions.
• Ensures work area is neat, clean and in order.
• Adheres to quality and safety standards.
• Forklift certified or able to become certified.
• May operate foam in place product packaging or other material packaging and sealing equipment.
• Regularly works within multiple warehouse functions: receiving, picking/packing, staging and shipping.
• Receives and processes returned materials and supplies in SAP.
• Audits outgoing released inventory against pick list and customer orders.
• Utilizes SAP to quarantine items and process scrap materials.
• Certified and operates a forklift to move materials, parts, supplies and equipment.
• Maintains 5S organization of work area and actively seeks and recommends process improvements.
• Manages changing priorities, as needed.
• May provide training to less experienced personnel within the department.
• Works with the department Team Leader to ensure compliance with all cGMP, ISO and FDA guidelines.
• Packages Hazmat Materials and Products in compliance with DOT regulations.
• Troubleshoots SAP transactional issues within the warehouse (shortages/overages/etc.).
• May assist with projects, as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent desired.
• Work Experience:
  
  3+ years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to analyze and resolve issues in effective/practical ways.
• Ability to lead team to achieve department goals and objectives.
• Intermediate written and verbal communication skills:
  Effectively communicate with team and supervisor using applicable language/terminology.
• Intermediate math, problem solving and computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Ability to tolerate hot or cold warehouse environments, lift up to 50 lbs., sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Knowledge of shipping procedures, required.
• Intermediate knowledge of international shipping procedures.
• Experience with ERP System, SAP preferred.
• Experience operating motorized and non-motorized warehouse equipment.
• Experience using radio frequency equipment.
• Where applicable, knowledge of GMP, ISO, IPC, FDA, DOT, and/or IATA requirements.
• Forklift certification, required.
• Hazardous Materials certification required.
• Where applicable, Known Consignor Certification.
• Ability to share knowledge with others.
• Team player/ flexible/ attentive to detail and quality minded.

Location: This position must be based in Richmond, California and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we are empowered by our purpose and offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while supporting the diverse needs of our workforce. The program aims to enrich the health, wealth, and wellbeing of employees and their families throughout the employee life cycle.

Benefits: We offer medical plans for you and your family, HSA funds, fertility benefits, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, employee stock purchase program, mental health resources, learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief, pet insurance, wellness challenges, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups, and more.

Compensation: The estimated hourly range for this position is $20.63 to $28.37 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer and is based on location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job-permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus based on individual objectives and company performance.

Who We Are: Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming science and healthcare for 70 years, and is a global leader in life science products and services. We support career growth through collaborative, global teams.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative…