Warehouse and Shipping Assistant

Company Description

Company Description

With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organisation.

We encourage team collaboration and in doing so, we have created our own way of reaching objectives and taking care of our people. Here at LGC, we are deeply rooted in the behaviours we expect from all our colleagues, we will provide you with excellent opportunities, the latest technology and practices and we are passionate about making a difference. 

LGC’s Diagnostic and Genomics site develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of catalogue 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 The Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of antigens and antibodies, which are key components in vaccine research, and for the accurate diagnosis of a wide range of infectious diseases. Our customer base includes key Pharmaceutical and IVD companies, in addition to the academic sector and a wide range of Biotechnology companies. Alongside The Native Antigen Company, the Clinical Diagnostics Business Unit also includes SeraCare Life Sciences, Maine Standards Company and Technopath, which are in vitro diagnostics (IVD) manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials). Our 450+ employees operate an ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK, and FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine, Massachusetts and Maryland, USA, and Tipperary, Ireland.

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 Description

Job Purpose

The role of the Warehouse and Shipping Assistant at LGC offers an exceptionally outstanding opportunity to be part of a world-class Warehouse and Logistics team. Our objective is to build a flawless and efficient warehousing environment that strictly adheres to safety standards. Join us and contribute to our ambitious goals!

Key Responsibilities and Role Objectives

• Receive, inspect, and accurately record incoming shipments and materials, ensuring seamless operations.
• Pack according to shipping instructions and local regulations globally, maintaining our world-class standards.
• Maintain shipping department consumables and raise purchase requisitions to ensure all essential items are readily available.
• Maintain a shared team email inbox by responding promptly with accurate information.
• Conduct measurements of products using specialized equipment to ensure precision.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet and pump trucks safely and efficiently.
• Pick and issue internal material requisitions and transport tasks to meet internal demand competently.
• Ensure storage of goods according to their storage conditions and EHS regulations, promoting a safe environment.
• Maintain an accurate ERP system through the completion of transactions.
• Conduct weekly cycle counts against agreed schedules to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Support international shipping operations, including coordinating global distribution of our temperature-sensitive and hazardous materials and managing daily pickups with shipping partners.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean workspace, adhering to our high standards.
• Coordinate the cold storage areas, conduct defrosting cycles, and monitor temperatures to ensure efficient conditions.
• Assist in the production of SOPs for the Warehouse department, ensuring clarity and compliance.
• Align with all company, departmental, and regulatory policies and rules.
• Support the wider commercial team with various administration and operations tasks as required.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Essential: 

• Strong attention to detail and high accuracy within administration and operational tasks.
• Strong organisational abilities and capability to manage time efficiently, prioritizing tasks to optimally support business needs.
• Proven experience in warehousing and logistics.
• Capacity to work autonomously and arrange tasks effectively to optimally support the business needs
• Good verbal and written communication standards to ensure clear lines of communication with internal and external collaborators.
• Good IT skills, primarily with Microsoft Excel and Word.
•  Team-focused with a desire to support other team members when required to help the overall business function.

Desirable: 

• Familiarity with third-party online shipping platforms is considered beneficial.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Experience in transporting temperature-sensitive products and adhering to Dangerous Goods regulations. Holding an IATA certificate for Dangerous Goods shipping is a plus, though training will be offered.

Additional Information

About LGC:

LGC is a major international life sciences tools company, delivering key components and solutions to fast-growing application areas in human healthcare and applied market segments. Our high-quality product portfolio features important tools for genomic analysis and quality assurance applications, appreciated for their performance, quality, and scope.

Our values

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

Equal opportunities

At LGC, we hold the conviction that every applicant and employee should be appreciated for their distinct skills, regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental leave, religion, or belief. Shortlisting, interviewing, and selection procedures are consistently performed without bias toward gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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